A review by celeste_velocci
If You Tell a Lie by Lucinda Berry

challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

3.5 stars! Thank you Lucinda Berry, NetGalley, and Thomas & Mercer Publishing for the early release of If You Tell A Lie. This was a popcorn thriller that had some twists and turns and really made you question all of the narrators throughout the book. I did guess part of the twist at the end but it did keep me guessing until the final pages. 

This book follows a group of girls who got together each summer at a camp. They all had their own unique stories and struggles.. I like the psychology aspect of the book that honed in on each of the character's personal issues and psyches. It showed why and how they made choices as teenagers and why and how they made choices in their adulthood as well. One lie in their teenage years changed the course of their lives forever. All it takes is one simple thing to set things in motion. I enjoyed the alternating timelines throughout the book and the characters. At one point I was questioning everyone and everything. A lot of crazy took place in this book! 

If this is on your TBR read it. It's very mysterious and will keep you entertained as a summer vibe thriller. I am looking forward to reading more of Lucinda Berry's work.