THE LIES I TELL (2022) - Review

The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark
My rating: 5 of 5 stars
On sale: June 21, 2022

As thrillers have become more violent, I've turned to 'puzzle mysteries' especially stories about imposters whether imagined or based on true events. Stumbling on Julie Clark's "The Lies I Tell" turned out to be just what I wanted to read next. Be prepared to stay up late!

FIRST SENTENCE: "She stands across the room from me, in a small cluster of donors, talking and laughing."

THE STORY: Years ago con artist Meg and journalist Kat crossed paths. Since then Kat has been determined to find Meg and write the exposé that will put an end to her scams. When Meg returns to California with a new name and posing as a real estate agent the game is on. How the two women go about their separate plans, become 'friends', and move on weaves a spiderweb of suspense.

WHAT I THOUGHT: Alternating between Meg's and Kat's voices, the author carries the story briskly along what seems like a predictable path. The characters are well drawn and the writing is articulate. The reader becomes vested in what happens to both women. You'll want to share "The Lies I Tell" with your friends. It would also make a great book club read.

BOTTOM LINE: HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

DISCLAIMER: I received a free e-copy of "The Lies I Tell" by Julie Clark from NetGalley/Sourcebooks Landmark for my honest review.

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