The Three Mrs. Wrights

Jonathan Wright, the charming villain of this straightforward tale of revenge from the pseudonymous Keir (Drowning with Others), has conned his way into becoming the president and CEO of Cancura, a start-up that’s developed a simple way to detect childhood cancer early. Jonathan and Holly, his pediatrician wife, and their three children live in an upscale Chicago suburb. At a medical conference in Phoenix, Jonathan meets physician Jessica Meyers and recruits her to work for Cancura. The two marry after she moves to Chicago, unbeknownst to the first Mrs Wright . For his third partner, Jonathan woos Lark Robinson, an L.A. entrepreneur who designs board games, but he’s in for a surprise on their wedding day. Refreshingly, Keir doesn’t depict Holly, Jessica, and Lark as victims. Instead, they’re all smart, well-rounded women who stand up for themselves with resolve and dignity. Readers will cheer them every step of the way to the satisfying if predictable ending. Keir is a writer to watch. Agent: Josh Getzler, Hannigan Salky Getzler Agency. (Sept.)