His & Hers

His & Hers

book

2020

WISE
76%

WISE Score

4.2

Amazon

A twisty 'he-said, she-said' murder mystery where the only thing you can be sure of is that everyone is lying to you.

Amazon4.2
Common Sense Media

Where to Read

Amazon
Amazon
Barnes & Noble
Barnes & Noble
Libby
Libby

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Screenwise Verdict

His & Hers is a high-octane page-turner that does exactly what a psychological thriller should do: it makes you feel slightly paranoid.

It’s not 'wholesome' by any stretch of the imagination, but for adults looking for a gripping, well-constructed mystery, it’s top-tier. Just be prepared for a story where nobody is a hero and the truth is constantly shifting.

If you're a parent looking for a weekend escape, this is a great pick. If you're looking for something to read with your teen, maybe stick to a thriller that's a bit less grim.

Age Fit

This is strictly for adults and mature teens (16+). The themes of murder and psychological warfare are handled with an adult audience in mind, so keep it off the middle-schooler's nightstand.

WISE Breakdown
Wholesome
25

This is a dark psychological thriller centered on murder, betrayal, and the fact that everyone is lying. It's not meant to be 'good vibes'—it's meant to be a gritty, unsettling look at the worst parts of people.

Imaginative
84

Alice Feeney is a master of the 'unreliable narrator' trope. The dual-perspective structure is clever, forcing the reader to constantly recalibrate what they think is true.

Safe
45

While books are generally 'safe' from a digital perspective, the content here includes graphic violence and intense psychological manipulation. It’s definitely not something you want a child picking up by accident.

Enriching
72

It offers a sharp study on perspective and how memory can be a liar. It’s a great exercise in critical thinking and questioning narratives, even if the subject matter is grim.

Parent Info
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Why It Might Be Great

  • The dual-narrative structure keeps you guessing until the very last page.
  • It’s a masterclass in the psychological thriller genre—perfect for fans of 'Gone Girl'.
  • Alice Feeney’s writing is sharp, fast-paced, and genuinely atmospheric.
  • It forces you to think critically about how much you can actually trust a narrator's perspective.
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What to Watch For

  • Heavy themes of murder, domestic abuse, and psychological trauma.
  • Graphic descriptions of violence that can be jarring for sensitive readers.
  • A generally cynical worldview where almost every character is deeply flawed or deceptive.

Conversation Starters

  • "If two people see the same event differently, can either one be telling the 'objective' truth?"
  • "Why do we find ourselves rooting for 'unreliable' characters in stories?"
  • "How does the small-town setting change the way the characters behave toward one another?"

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