Listen for the Lie

by Amy Tintera
Listen for the Lie cover
Good Books rating 4.25
Thriller/Suspense
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  • ID: 525
  • Added: 2025-09-13
  • Updated: 2025-09-13
  • ISBN: 9781250880321
  • Publisher: Celadon Books
  • Published: 2024-03-05
  • Formats: 6
  • Reviews: 3
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Paperback • £9.99

Lucy was once one half of the golden girls in a small Texas town, but everything changed the night she was found wandering covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, with no memory of what happened. Though never charged, the town—and even Lucy’s own family—believe she is guilty. Years later, Lucy has built a new life in LA, but when the hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie" decides to investigate Savvy’s murder, Lucy is forced to return to the town she vowed to leave behind. Back home, Lucy must navigate the judgment of old friends and enemies alike, while working with the podcast’s charismatic host to uncover the truth. As secrets unravel and memories resurface, Lucy confronts the possibility that the truth might be more complicated—and darker—than anyone imagined. This gripping thriller blends dark comedy with suspense, challenging the idea of truth in a world obsessed with perception.

Reviews
Peanut Blossom Book Club · 2025-03-26
captivating 5.00

The book is a fast-paced, captivating thriller that is hard to put down, leaving a lasting impression on the reader with its compelling narrative and suspense.

This review enthusiastically praises the book for its gripping pace and the way it keeps readers hooked from start to finish. The reviewer mentions how the story stayed with them long after reading, indicating strong emotional and intellectual engagement. The novel is appreciated for its ability to blend suspense with character depth, making it a standout read in the thriller genre.

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    I flew through this book in just days, I couldn't put it down and couldn't stop thinking about it.

    Overall Score. I give Listen for the Lie 5 stars.

    This book stayed with me long after I finished it.

PhDiva · 2024-03-18
engaging 4.00

The novel balances dark themes with humor, providing a psychological thriller that is both twisty and engaging, centered on a protagonist who is both unreliable and compelling.

The reviewer finds the book to be a blend of humor and darkness, with a psychological edge that keeps readers engaged. Lucy, the protagonist, is portrayed as a complex character haunted by her past and uncertain of her own innocence, which adds depth to the mystery. The narration is praised, especially for its memorable lines, and the story's exploration of how a tragic death can mythologize a person adds a thoughtful layer to the thriller genre.

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    This is one of those mysteries that is humorous and dark in equal measure.

    Lucy was never charged, though she was found covered in Savvy’s blood the night of the murder.

    I am absolutely buzzing to talk about Amy Tintera’s latest psychological thriller.

Read Between the Spines · 2024-02-27
intriguing 3.75

The story explores the impact of being falsely accused and the complexity of truth in a small town, with a focus on the protagonist's struggle with memory and public perception.

This review highlights how the novel delves into the emotional and psychological toll on Lucy, who is believed to have murdered her best friend, despite her own amnesia about the event. It emphasizes the tension between the town's judgment and Lucy's search for truth, portraying a layered mystery that blends personal trauma with societal accusations. The narrative is appreciated for its atmospheric setting and the way it portrays the protagonist's forced return to a painful past amid a true crime podcast resurgence.

Quick quotes

    What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too?

    Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable.

    The truth is out there, if we just listen.

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