48 pages • 1 hour read
Alice FeeneySometimes I Lie
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney, Amber Reynolds, a radio show host, is in a coma after a car accident and struggles to piece together the events leading up to the crash, involving complicated relationships with her husband, sister, and ex-boyfriend. Shifting between her hospital bed, recent past, and childhood diary entries, the narrative uncovers secrets and lies, leaving readers questioning the reliability of Amber's account. The book contains scenes of rape, sexual abuse, and drug use.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Alice Feeney's Sometimes I Lie has garnered acclaim for its gripping and unpredictable narrative. Readers appreciate its intricate plot twists and well-crafted suspense. However, some critics mention that the convoluted timeline and unreliable narration can be confusing. Overall, the novel is praised for its psychological depth and engaging storytelling, despite minor structural challenges.
Who Should Read Sometimes I Lie?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with complex, unreliable narrators and unexpected twists will love Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeney. Fans of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn and The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins will appreciate the tension, dark secrets, and intricate plotting.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Southern Gothic
Relationships
Identity: Mental Health
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Relationships: Marriage