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Freida McFadden

Never Lie

Freida McFaddenFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Freida McFadden

Never Lie

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Never Lie is a 2022 psychological thriller by Freida McFadden about a married couple, Tricia and Ethan, who get trapped in a house in upstate New York during a snowstorm. The house belonged to missing psychiatrist Dr. Adrienne Hale. Tricia uncovers secret tapes in the house, revealing truths about Adrienne’s murder and the dark pasts of both Tricia and Ethan. The book references murder, self-harm, partner abuse, extortion, mental health conditions, and threats of sexual assault.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.2

994,319 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Never Lie by Freida McFadden grips readers with its fast-paced plot and unexpected twists, making it a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts. The narrative keeps tension high, though some find character development lacking and certain plot points overly convenient. Overall, it offers thrilling suspense but may not satisfy those seeking depth in character exploration.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Never Lie?

A reader who would enjoy Never Lie by Freida McFadden typically enjoys psychological thrillers with unexpected twists and a strong sense of suspense. Fans of Gillian Flynn’s Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train may find this book particularly captivating due to similar themes of deception and intricate plot development.

4.2

994,319 ratings

79%

Loved it

16%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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