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Someone is breaking the rules of book club

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February 20, 2026

WHEN you think of a book club, you probably picture cosy, wine-filled chats about the latest bestsellers.

- Carrie Hughes

But in Carrie Hughes’ The Woman From Book Club, that warm image gets flipped on its head, exposing a world of secrets, lies, and betrayal hiding beneath the surface of these questionable friendships.

Narrated by Kimberley Capero and Nathalie Buscombe, the audiobook is a thrilling, can‘t-press-pause ride that lasts just over ten hours. And honestly, I could’ve easily spent more on this riveting story.

From the very first chapter, you're sucked into a whirlwind of drama and suspense that keeps you on your toes the whole time.

It all kicks off when Emma is arrested at what seems like a simple get-together, sending shockwaves through the tight-knit group of friends.

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