The Wife Upstairs: A Gripping Psychological Thriller Novel by Rachel Hawkins
If you’re looking for a thrilling and immersive read, The Wife Upstairs: A Novel by Rachel Hawkins is the perfect choice! This modern Gothic romance novel is a twist on Charlotte Bronte’s classic Jane Eyre, set in present-day Birmingham, Alabama. Jane, an orphaned dog walker, moves into an old mansion occupied by the mysterious Eddie Rochester, and quickly discovers that there are secrets lurking beneath its walls and in its inhabitants.
The Wife Upstairs captures the suspense of a classic Gothic romance while exploring themes of identity, class, and power dynamics between men and women. Through her characters’ struggles to define themselves and their relationships, Hawkins creates a slow-burning plot that keeps readers guessing until the very end. Full of vivid descriptions of the Southern setting and nuanced characterization, The Wife Upstairs is sure to leave readers enthralled.