Haunting and compelling, this psychological thriller is perfect for fans of Gone Girl, Girl on the Train, and Daughter. Jane Hughes has a great boyfriend, a job in an animal shelter, and a tiny cottage in rural Wales. She’s happier than she’s ever been…but her life is a lie. Jane Hughes does not really exist.Five years earlier, Jane and her best friends set off on what was supposed to be the … friends set off on what was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime, but it rapidly descended into a nightmare that claimed the lives of two of her friends. Ever since, Jane has tried to put the past behind her and lead a normal life. But someone out there knows the truth about what happened-and they won’t stop until they’ve destroyed Jane and everything she loves.
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This book has one of the craziest twists in it. I was so hooked from the beginning. I really like how the author write. They r so easy to read. I have their other books on my to-read list. A must read for all!
Physiological thriller that made me uncomfortable reading at first because of the subject and the characters, but once I got past that I couldn’t put it down! Good writing.
I loved the characters in this book – so many imperfections which made me believe in them more. The story is absolutely gripping, too, and it’s one of those where the past runs parallel so your eyes gradually open to what’s really going on more and more throughout.
Another gripping and thrilling read from one of my favourite authors! Whilst I didn’t immediately take to the main character Emma, following her story and reading about the horrors she’d been subjected to during her “holiday of a lifetime” soon won me over. I tore through the last half of the story to get to the end, and it was worth it!
Jane Hughes has a great boyfriend, a job in an animal shelter, and a tiny cottage in rural Wales. She’s happier than she’s ever been…but her life is a lie. Jane Hughes does not really exist.
The telling of this story alternates between the past and the present. Five years earlier, Jane and her best friends set off on what was supposed to be the trip of a lifetime, but it rapidly descended into a nightmare that claimed the lives of two of her friends. Ever since, Jane has tried to put the past behind her and lead a normal life. But someone out there knows the truth about what happened-and they won’t stop until they’ve destroyed Jane and everything she loves.
I haven’t enjoyed a psychological thriller this much since I read Joy Fielding’s, See Jane Run, over 20 years ago.
The breakdown of friendship and the revenge that followed are at the heart of this thrilling story. From the intriguing opening to the gripping climax, I was hooked by Jane Hughes’ journey to hell and back.
Alternating between the past and the present, The Lie tells the story of four friends who embark on a holiday at a retreat in Nepal. Jane has put the horrors of that holiday behind her to rebuild her life with a new name, a job she loves and a caring boyfriend. But the spectre of that holiday threatens to destroy her happiness by revealing what really happened and Jane’s part in it.
The author builds the suspense and tension slowly and gently as little by little the events of the holiday turn into a nightmare. The changes in the characters and their relationships are vividly portrayed as their friendship crumbles and new allegiances are formed.
Back in the present, Jane’s new world slowly disintegrates until she trusts no one.
The pace, characterisation and unveiling of the past were accomplished and brilliantly handled, keeping me hooked and entertained throughout.
If you love good, character-driven psychological thrillers, then I’d recommend The Lie without hesitation.
A little crazy going back and forth over present and five years ago. Did have a surprise ending.