The Lies We Told by Camilla Way
October 2018 -Berkley Trade Paperback Original
Review book courtesy of the publisher
Description:
Beth has always known there was something strange about her daughter, Hannah. The lack of emotion, the disturbing behavior, including the apparent delight in hurting others; sometimes Beth is scared of Hannah and what she could be capable of doing.
Luke comes from the perfect family, with the perfect parents. But one day, he disappears without a trace, and his girlfriend, Clara, is desperate to discover what has happened to him. As Clara digs into the past, she realizes that no family is truly perfect, and uncovers a link between Luke’s long-lost sister and a strange girl named Hannah. Now Luke’s life is in danger because of the lies once told and the secrets once kept. (from the publisher)
My take: How much do we really know about the people in our circle – the really important people? The Lies We Told will have readers wondering! Well-paced and tightly edited (always a good thing) Camilla Way’s mystery/thriller kept me on edge and turning the pages. Just when I was sure I’d figured it out she threw another possibility into the mix. I loved that! And I loved how the answers to my questions were revealed little by little. I’m excited to read what she dreams up next.
About the author:
Camilla Way has been an editor and writer for magazines in the UK and is the author of Watching Edie. Follow her on Twitter @CamillaLWay.
THE LIES WE TOLD has already been drawing comparisons to We Need to Talk about Kevin, it’s been been called “deftly plotted” (Emerald Street), “compelling” (Prima), a “top class psychological thriller” (The Sunday Mirror), and been called readers’ “insomnia buddy” (Stylist).
Mary, it sounds like you really enjoyed this mystery/thriller by Camilla Way. I enjoyed reading your new post.
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I loved this book, too, and I enjoyed your review. Thanks!
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You and Laurel have made me feel like I need to read this book soon. I’m adding it to my wish list.
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This book was very good even though Hannah was a bit frightening.
I loved the twists also, and the ending was great.
Fab review…thanks for sharing.
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I’ve been hearing good things about this book. Glad you enjoyed it. Suspect it will find a way onto my list very soon. 😉
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I’m thinking about getting the audio, it sounds good!
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Sounds somewhat chilling, and a little more than the usual hidden secrets or lies told. And that you enjoyed it and want more is great recommendation.
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Mary, Loved your thoughts on this book! I’m adding it to my TBR list.
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