This is Why We Lied

Who is this book for?

• Fans of the Will Trent series and Karin Slaughter's previous works.
• Readers who enjoy complex, dark crime thrillers with psychological depth.
• Those who appreciate locked-room mysteries and isolated settings in their suspense novels.
• People who don't mind graphic content and can handle heavy themes in their reading.
• Mystery lovers who enjoy trying to solve intricate plots alongside the characters.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

• Readers sensitive to graphic violence, abuse, or other disturbing themes.
• Those who prefer fast-paced thrillers without lengthy descriptions or character development.
• People new to the series who might feel lost without prior knowledge of the characters.
• Readers who dislike overly complicated plots or multiple twists.
• Those who prefer lighter mystery fare without dark family secrets or psychological elements.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

• Gripping and suspenseful plot that keeps readers guessing until the end
• Well-developed characters, especially Will Trent and Sara Linton
• Intriguing locked-room mystery setup in a remote mountain lodge
• Skillful buildup of tension and atmosphere
• Unexpected plot twists and shocking reveals
• Exploration of complex family dynamics and dark secrets
• Strong character development and relationships, particularly Will and Sara's
• Compelling mystery with multiple suspects and motives
• Fast-paced and engaging storytelling
• Blend of thriller elements with deeper themes like abuse and addiction

Things people didn't like as much about this book

• Slow pacing in the first half of the book
• Excessive detail and descriptions that can feel repetitive
• Overly complicated plot with too many twists for some readers
• Graphic content and disturbing themes that may be triggering for some
• Predictable killer for some astute readers
• Overuse of romantic scenes between Will and Sara that felt unnatural to some
• Confusing structure with flashbacks and letters
• Too many characters and subplots for some readers to follow
• Reliance on shock value in some plot elements
• Not as strong as earlier books in the series according to some fans