Publication Date: September 24, 2026
His ex is dead. His new wife knows the truth.
As I sit watching my husband, Detective Conor Slater, accept an award for excellence in service, I’m reminded of how many people in Tennessee see him as a hero. But to me, he’s more than that. I smile up at the man who hands me a fresh cup of coffee every single morning, who covers me with a blanket when I fall asleep. Who’s finally moved on since the tragic loss of his first wife…
But suddenly the voice of a reporter rings out:
“Detective Slater, did you kill your ex-wife?”
And then they turn to me:
“Did you know you married a murderer?”
But the question isn’t whether I believe Conor Slater killed his first wife. It’s how I know that he did. And why I married him anyway.
An unbelievably twisty psychological thriller from international multi-million-copy bestseller Mary Stone that will have you gasping out loud. Fans of The Housemaid, Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train will be completely addicted.
Despite the badge he wears and his many accolades, Detective Conor Slater can’t hide from questions about his first wife.
What makes this situation unusual, though, is the new Mrs. Slater at his side. Author Mary Stone serves up a twisty psychological tale in The Detective’s Wife.
From the opening at the awards ceremony, Jo gives off vibes that something is not right about Detective Slater. As the story deepens, it becomes a roller coaster of fast-paced twists.
Jo’s character proves to be dynamic in her ability to play her role as Slater’s wife while leveraging her natural skills as a forensic psychiatrist. The secrets packed within the pages are chilling, yet incredibly realistic.
The Detective’s Wife provides a pulse-pounding thriller as secrets are revealed.
Mary Stone is a multi-million-copy bestselling author of crime fiction, with more than ten million books sold worldwide across over sixteen series. Her work has earned a loyal global readership and a prominent presence in Kindle Unlimited, known for gripping plots, emotionally layered storytelling, and strong female protagonists.
Her recent work expands into psychological thrillers, exploring the darker edges of trust, identity, and obsession—often focusing on the quiet dangers that hide in plain sight. Blending fast-paced suspense with psychological depth, all her stories resonate with readers who crave both tension and emotional complexity.
In addition to her writing, Mary serves as the creative director of Publishing, where she continues to champion bold storytelling and innovative publishing. She lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of East Tennessee, where she writes day and night, fueled by curiosity and caffeine.
