How Learning Works: Seven Research-Based Principles for Smart Teaching

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  • Added: 2025-10-21
  • Updated: 2025-10-21
  • Reviews: 3
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faculty.risepoint.com · Unknown · 2025-10-21
good 4.50

The book is a twisty murder mystery with a complex heroine and sharp observations about women, cancel culture, and misogyny. The dialogue can be cringe at times, but the propulsive plot and emotional depth of the female friendship keep the story engaging.

Listen For the Lie is a top-tier murder mystery with killer twists and a prickly, complex heroine. The book's strength lies in its exploration of female friendship and the emotional depth of Lucy and Savvy's bond. The dialogue can be a bit cringe at times, with overly current slang, but the propulsive plot and sharp observations about women, cancel culture, and misogyny keep the story moving. The central question of whether Lucy killed Savvy is sustained by the strength of their friendship, making the potential betrayal hit hard. Overall, the book is a good read with a biting sense of humor and a lot of fun playing around with assumptions.

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    It’s twisty, with a biting sense of humor I really enjoyed.

    Infusing dialogue with hyper-current slang or colloquialisms like this can be a tricky balance to nail, as it can quickly read cringe, in my opinion.

    Lucy’s friendship with Savvy made me emotional. Super emotional, to be quite honest!!!!

bookscrolling.com · Unknown · 2025-10-21
thrilling 4.25

The reviewer found 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera to be a thrilling and well-rounded book with a unique podcast element that adds an interesting dynamic. The story follows Lucy, who is accused of killing her best friend, and the mystery surrounding Savvy's death. The reviewer appreciated the suspenseful plot and the unpredictable twists, rating the book 8.5/10.

The reviewer was impressed by 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera, noting its popularity and the engaging podcast element that adds depth to the story. The book follows Lucy, who is accused of killing her best friend Savvy, and the mystery that unfolds as a true crime podcaster investigates the case. The reviewer found the plot to be suspenseful and the twists to be unexpected, making it a thrilling read. The characters, including Lucy and Ben, were well-developed and added to the overall intrigue. The reviewer particularly enjoyed the dynamic created by the podcast format, which provided different perspectives and kept the reader guessing. Overall, the book was praised for its engaging narrative and the way it kept the reader hooked until the end.

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    I definitely could not put it down once I started.

    I thought the podcast element added this really interesting piece into the story in which we are getting all these opinions and stories from people who knew Lucy and Savvy, but like with anything else we can’t really tell who we can trust and who we cannot.

    I would definitely recommend picking _Listen for the Lie_ up at your bookstore as it’s such a great summer read to get into.

researchgate.net · Unknown · 2025-10-21
fantastic 4.50

The reviewer found 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera to be one of the most entertaining thrillers they've read, praising its unique take on familiar tropes and the protagonist's witty and sarcastic voice. The book balances humor with serious topics, making it enjoyable for both thriller lovers and those who typically avoid the genre.

The reviewer was thoroughly impressed by 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera, calling it one of the most entertaining thrillers they've encountered. They appreciated how the book subverts common thriller tropes, such as the unreliable protagonist with memory loss, by giving the protagonist a fresh and engaging voice. The protagonist, Lucy, is both funny and relatable, which makes the story highly entertaining. The reviewer also commended the book's ability to balance humor with serious topics, making it enjoyable for a wide range of readers. The mystery is well-crafted, with alternating chapters that build suspense and reveal clues gradually. The setting in a small Texas town adds depth to the story, and the interactions between characters, especially Lucy's relationship with her family and the podcast host, are well-executed. Overall, the reviewer highly recommends this book to both thriller enthusiasts and those who typically avoid the genre.

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    The reviewer found 'Listen for the Lie' by Amy Tintera to be one of the most entertaining thrillers they've read.

    Highly recommend!

    This novel is fantastic. It takes you on such a wild ride, and will make you laugh. But it also does cover serious issues too.

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