Evie Carmichael thought she had found her happy ending. Newly married to charming Gary, she's living in a picture-perfect cottage in the English countryside with a baby on the way. To the outside world, her life seems idyllic. But behind closed doors, her home hides a brutal truth.Gary isn't the man she believed he was. His warmth and charm mask a controlling, violent nature. As his true character emerges, Evie finds herself trapped in a world of fear, secrets and manipulation. Every decision is dangerous. Every step risks everything she loves.When the unthinkable happens and tragedy strikes, Evie's life spirals into darkness. Left in a coma after a brutal attack, she is unaware of her family's fate. As secrets unravel and danger looms, the question becomes whether she will find the strength to face the man who shattered her world-or lose everything that matters.Wish I Was a Butterfly is a gripping, emotionally charged domestic psychological thriller about love, lies and resilience. It explores the terrifying reality of control and abuse behind closed doors, and the strength it takes to break free.Perfect for fans of Lisa Jewell, K.L. Slater and Shari Lapena, this haunting novel blends domestic suspense with raw psychological depth. It's a tense, heart-wrenching story that keeps readers turning pages late into the night, questioning how well we really know those closest to us.