46 pages • 1 hour read
352
Novel • Fiction
2024
Adult
18+ years
First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston follows Evie Porter, a con artist hired by a mysterious employer to infiltrate the life of a handsome businessman, Ryan Sumner. As Evie delves deeper into this fabricated life, the job begins to spiral out of control, threatening to unravel her true identity and expose the organization she works for. Alongside a tension-filled plot, the novel explores themes of identity, community, and redemption. The book refers to misogyny, gambling, substance dependency, and terminal cancer.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Challenging
Dark
Contemplative
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Ashley Elston's First Lie Wins is a compelling read noted for its engaging plot and well-constructed characters. Reviewers appreciate its fast pace and twists, making it hard to put down. Some criticism arises from occasional predictability and minor plot holes, but overall, it’s praised for its entertaining mystery and strong narrative voice. Suitable for fans of young adult suspense.
A reader who enjoys fast-paced thrillers with intricate plots and strong, clever protagonists would relish First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl and E. Lockhart's We Were Liars will appreciate the suspense and unexpected twists. This book is perfect for those who crave psychological intrigue and mind-bending revelations.
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352
Novel • Fiction
2024
Adult
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