VBT# The Widower - DL Fisher

Review: The Widower - D.L Fisher - September 2025
 

I’ve officially hit pause on romance reads for now—nothing personal, but they’re just not holding my attention lately. The silver lining? I’m finally ahead of schedule with my Zooloo’s Book Tours reviews (a small miracle in itself!). And The Widower by DL Fisher was the perfect pick to keep me hooked and on track.

This one picks up three months after The Stepson, though you don’t need to have read it to dive into the drama. That said, a little background never hurts. We’re dropped into a tangled web of suspicion, secrets, and suburban unease. Marnie’s husband Mark—cheater and confirmed murderer—has left behind a trail of chaos. But not everyone’s convinced he was the real villain. Whispers around the neighbourhood suggest Carrie’s stepson TJ might be the one with blood on his hands.

When another woman goes missing, TJ becomes the prime suspect. Carrie’s torn—she wants to believe in him, but the evidence is stacking up. And just when you think things couldn’t get more complicated, a new neighbour moves in across the road. He’s a widow, charming, and Marnie’s already flirting. But Carrie’s gut says something’s off. Could he be tied to the latest disappearance?

I’ll admit, the ending felt a bit rushed for my taste. After all that build-up, I wanted just a little more time to sit with the reveal. But overall, this was a solid domestic thriller with plenty of “wait, what?” moments. It really makes you think—how well do we really know the people around us? The ones we wave to in the driveway or chat with at the mailbox?

If you’re in the mood for a twisty read that’ll have you second-guessing every friendly neighbour and family BBQ invite, The Widower delivers. It’s messy, suspenseful, and perfect for those of us who’ve swapped swoony romance for something a little darker.

Amazon: https://amzn.to/47VL53t