I received this book for free from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

The Lies I Tell by Julie Clark
on June 21, 2022
Genres: Fiction / Psychological, Fiction / Thrillers / Suspense, Fiction / Women
Pages: 320
Format: ARC, eBook
Source: Netgalley
Buy on Amazon
Goodreads

THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!

"A mindbender." —Jessica Knoll

"Riveting...a winner." —Laura Dave

"A knockout." —Mary Kubica

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Flight comes a twisted con-woman thriller about two women out for revenge—or is it justice?

Two women. Many aliases.

Meg Williams. Maggie Littleton. Melody Wilde. Different names for the same person, depending on the town, depending on the job. She's a con artist who erases herself to become whoever you need her to be—a college student. A life coach. A real estate agent. Nothing about her is real. She slides alongside you and tells you exactly what you need to hear, and by the time she's done, you've likely lost everything.

Kat Roberts has been waiting ten years for the woman who upended her life to return. And now that she has, Kat is determined to be the one to expose her. But as the two women grow closer, Kat's long-held assumptions begin to crumble, leaving Kat to wonder who Meg's true target is.

The Lies I Tell is a twisted domestic thriller that dives deep into the psyches and motivations of two women and their unwavering quest to seek justice for the past and rewrite the future.

Praise for The Last Flight by Julie Clark:

"Thoroughly absorbing...the characters get under your skin." —The New York Times

"Highly thrilling." —Entertainment Weekly

"You won't be able to put it down." —People.com

ABOUT THE BOOK

A twisty psychological thriller told from dual perspectives—Kat, a journalist with a mission, and Meg, a woman with many names and secrets. As the lies unravel, truths come to light that will leave you reeling.

THE STORY

This isn’t your standard thriller. The Lies I Tell is a slow-burn, character-driven narrative that explores two women caught in a dangerous game of revenge and exposure. Kat wants to unmask Meg, believing her to be a con artist who destroyed lives—including someone close to her. But Meg returns with a plan of her own and a target she’s been chasing for years.

As each chapter alternates between their points of view, the tension builds. Secrets are revealed, motives blur, and the lines between right and wrong start to shift. The plot is intricate, layered with emotional stakes, and laced with twists that feel earned rather than flashy.

THE CHARACTERS

Kat and Meg are two of the most fascinating characters I’ve read in recent thrillers. Kat is hardened, hurt, and hell-bent on justice. Meg is brilliant, bold, and morally complex. You’ll find yourself rooting for one, then the other—then both. Julie Clark excels at writing women who feel real: layered, flawed, and fiercely resilient.

PSYCHOLOGICAL FRAME

This isn’t a high-octane thriller filled with chase scenes—it’s more cerebral. The suspense lies in watching each woman maneuver, lie, and reveal just enough to keep the other (and the reader) guessing. It’s a story about identity, survival, and the power of reclaiming your voice.

STEAMOMETER – 1🔥

There’s no romance here—just razor-sharp tension and emotional depth. The heat comes from the stakes, not the bedroom.

OVERALL THOUGHTS

Julie Clark blew me away. This was my first read of hers, and it certainly won’t be my last. The writing is sharp, the pacing deliberate, and the story both thought-provoking and satisfying. If you enjoy thrillers that make you think and characters that refuse to be boxed in, this one’s a must-read.

🧠 Perfect for fans of The Last Flight, The Girl on the Train, or Big Little Lies.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Julie Clark is the New York Times bestselling author of The Last Flight and The Lies I Tell, known for crafting smart, layered thrillers with complex women at the center.

🔗 https://www.julieclarkauthor.com