The Man Who Fell in Love With His Wife

Patrick Oster’s sixth novel, THE MAN WHO FELL IN LOVE WITH HIS WIFE, is a mix of comedy, action, suspense, and romance. While going through his wife’s things after her unexpected death, Duncan MacEwan finds several false passports, a gun, and a half a million dollars in cash. The retired firefighter, now a photographer, wonders who his wife was, and if she had a secret life. Oster’s writing is precise, provocative, and a lot of fun. The characters are well-developed, engaging, and sometimes infuriating. Duncan’s newfound sense of purpose, and his determination to get answers at all costs for himself, not for a greater good (or less than good) are relatable and fun. The negotiations and compromises on what make a strong marriage are used in fresh ways. A high stakes page turner that doesn’t neglect the love.