47 pages 1 hour read

Julie Clark

The Lies I Tell

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

In Julie Clark's psychological thriller novel, The Lies I Tell, Kat, a journalist whose career was derailed by a traumatic incident linked to con artist Meg Williams, seeks revenge. Meg, meanwhile, returns to Los Angeles to execute a high-stakes con against Ron Ashton, the man who wronged her family. As their paths intertwine, Kat discovers that Meg’s motives may not be entirely selfish.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Julie Clark's The Lies I Tell delivers a gripping tale with strong character development and a captivating plot, enhancing its suspenseful narrative. The intricacies of the deception engage readers, although some may find the pacing uneven and predictability an issue. Overall, it's a compelling read with a few minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lies I Tell?

A reader who enjoys suspenseful psychological thrillers with complex female protagonists, like those in Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train, will be captivated by Julie Clark’s The Lies I Tell, where deception and dark secrets unfold in a compelling and intricately plotted narrative.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction

Mystery / Crime Fiction

Psychological Fiction

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Revenge

Values/Ideas: Win & Lose

Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies