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3.73 AVERAGE
3.73 AVERAGE
Okay, so I have been wanting to read this story ever since it released.
It did NOT disappoint.
It was full of steam, angst, betrayal and lies.
To start with, I didn't like Caiden or Z much - though Weston and Cass had me inquisitive.
Winter came across as a strong female character and I knew she would keep everyone on their toes.
The chemistry between Winter and Caiden was apparent from the very beginning and as the story progressed I found myself thawing to him.
I can not stress enough that you need to be prepared for a shock because the end creeps up on you before you know it and it ends WITH A CLIFFHANGER.
Anyway, it is totally worth a gander - I highly recommend it.
It did NOT disappoint.
It was full of steam, angst, betrayal and lies.
To start with, I didn't like Caiden or Z much - though Weston and Cass had me inquisitive.
Winter came across as a strong female character and I knew she would keep everyone on their toes.
The chemistry between Winter and Caiden was apparent from the very beginning and as the story progressed I found myself thawing to him.
I can not stress enough that you need to be prepared for a shock because the end creeps up on you before you know it and it ends WITH A CLIFFHANGER.
Anyway, it is totally worth a gander - I highly recommend it.
The step siblings thing threw me off at first but it was easy to get past because their parents just married and they were much older and never grew up together. I always love when there is a friend that loves the female love interest and always gives his best friend shit for it and that’s Cassius. Everyone loved and trusted her fairly quickly and she proved that she could fit it and do what needed to be done. She is bad ass and contributes a lot to the group. Once he accepted them being together, he got so cute with his PDA and loving on her. Her mom sucks big time and I hope she dies soon.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Off to an amazing start!
Devoured in one sitting. Holy cow, y’all! My heart is pounding and the adrenaline rushing through me would probably be better served with someone that was gonna use it for good, but that’s not the point here.
The Four are HOT. And skeptical of our Winter, but definitely not without good reason.
Winter is on a mission. She’s lost the only parent she had any ties to, and her quest to solve the mystery surrounding his death has led her to her very estranged mother and her new family, including Weston and Caiden.
Cassius is easily the quickest to warm up to, although Weston runs a close second. Something about that Zayde though, he may be my favorite, and it’s because I always like the most offset of them all.
The writing style, the burn, the suspense kept me on edge the whole time.
My first by this author but certainly not my last.
Devoured in one sitting. Holy cow, y’all! My heart is pounding and the adrenaline rushing through me would probably be better served with someone that was gonna use it for good, but that’s not the point here.
The Four are HOT. And skeptical of our Winter, but definitely not without good reason.
Winter is on a mission. She’s lost the only parent she had any ties to, and her quest to solve the mystery surrounding his death has led her to her very estranged mother and her new family, including Weston and Caiden.
Cassius is easily the quickest to warm up to, although Weston runs a close second. Something about that Zayde though, he may be my favorite, and it’s because I always like the most offset of them all.
The writing style, the burn, the suspense kept me on edge the whole time.
My first by this author but certainly not my last.
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The mystery was better than the romance in here
4.5
Was there even a question of if you would see a review from me for The Lies We Tell? I had never read anything from this author before, but when this book was brought to my attention, there was no way I could pass it up! The blurb practically screams my name!
A group of hot, rich guys known as The Four that rule the school (college) attempt to make Winter's life hell for reasons unbeknownst to her. They warn her, insult her, key her car, and follow her around wherever she goes, but it's not long before she discovers that not all of The Four have such strong animosity towards her. Some of them even seem to kind of like her.
Caiden Cavendish isn't one of them. He hates every breath she takes, and he has his reasons. Winter doesn't understand his hatred any more than she understands her insane attraction to him. They have intense chemistry that's undeniable, and you know how the saying goes. There's a thin line between love and hate.
Becca Steele did such a great job with The Four! Each member has such a distinct personality that you will have no problem distinguishing one from the other. You won't have any trouble falling in love with any of them either.
Caiden may be a bit of an asshole, but he always has his loved ones well being in mind. Underneath his hardened alpha male exterior lies a big soft heart. It makes you just want to kick him in the dick and then hug the fuck out of him! The fact that he's gorgeous and sculpted like a greek god doesn't hurt anything either.
Weston is the youngest of the group and Caiden's younger brother. He's a tech genius that the guys couldn't live without. Their whole operation depends on his skill. He's the most welcoming to Winter in the beginning, and they form an adorable brother/sister relationship almost from the start.
Cassius is like a big, hot, manwhore, teddy bear. He's the comic relief in the story for sure. Despite his slutty ways, he's by far the most endearing of the four. I loved the way he was with Winter throughout the story, and I can't wait to see the right woman tame his horny little ass.
Zayde is the most mysterious of the group. He's the definition of a bad boy with his tattoos, motorcycle, and danger practically radiating off of him. He doesn't say much, but when he does, everyone pays attention. If you're anything like me, he will have you intrigued from the second he's introduced.
The loyalty these men have for one another, and the bond they share is everything. They are the number one reason you need to read this book! Hands down! Sure, there is mystery, suspense, violence, and possibly murder, but these guys are THE BEST THING about this book.
I can't conclude my review without saying a little something about Winter. I gushed over the guys, so it only seems right. Lol Winter is a character that I sympathized with right away. Losing your father in such a horrific and sudden way is bad enough, but knowing your mother (that basically abandoned you) probably had something to do with it is next level awful. She may have needed to be slapped in the head a couple of times, but overall, she's a tough cookie that is ready to go to the ends of the earth to get justice for her dad, and that makes her pretty fucking awesome in my book.
In case you can't tell, The Lies We Tell by Becca Steele was a hit for me! If you're a bully romance or academy fan, there is no way you should pass this one up! The characters are amazing, and the story is intriguing and full of steam and action with a big cliffhanger cherry on top. Put it on your tbr asap!
Was there even a question of if you would see a review from me for The Lies We Tell? I had never read anything from this author before, but when this book was brought to my attention, there was no way I could pass it up! The blurb practically screams my name!
A group of hot, rich guys known as The Four that rule the school (college) attempt to make Winter's life hell for reasons unbeknownst to her. They warn her, insult her, key her car, and follow her around wherever she goes, but it's not long before she discovers that not all of The Four have such strong animosity towards her. Some of them even seem to kind of like her.
Caiden Cavendish isn't one of them. He hates every breath she takes, and he has his reasons. Winter doesn't understand his hatred any more than she understands her insane attraction to him. They have intense chemistry that's undeniable, and you know how the saying goes. There's a thin line between love and hate.
Becca Steele did such a great job with The Four! Each member has such a distinct personality that you will have no problem distinguishing one from the other. You won't have any trouble falling in love with any of them either.
Caiden may be a bit of an asshole, but he always has his loved ones well being in mind. Underneath his hardened alpha male exterior lies a big soft heart. It makes you just want to kick him in the dick and then hug the fuck out of him! The fact that he's gorgeous and sculpted like a greek god doesn't hurt anything either.
Weston is the youngest of the group and Caiden's younger brother. He's a tech genius that the guys couldn't live without. Their whole operation depends on his skill. He's the most welcoming to Winter in the beginning, and they form an adorable brother/sister relationship almost from the start.
Cassius is like a big, hot, manwhore, teddy bear. He's the comic relief in the story for sure. Despite his slutty ways, he's by far the most endearing of the four. I loved the way he was with Winter throughout the story, and I can't wait to see the right woman tame his horny little ass.
Zayde is the most mysterious of the group. He's the definition of a bad boy with his tattoos, motorcycle, and danger practically radiating off of him. He doesn't say much, but when he does, everyone pays attention. If you're anything like me, he will have you intrigued from the second he's introduced.
The loyalty these men have for one another, and the bond they share is everything. They are the number one reason you need to read this book! Hands down! Sure, there is mystery, suspense, violence, and possibly murder, but these guys are THE BEST THING about this book.
I can't conclude my review without saying a little something about Winter. I gushed over the guys, so it only seems right. Lol Winter is a character that I sympathized with right away. Losing your father in such a horrific and sudden way is bad enough, but knowing your mother (that basically abandoned you) probably had something to do with it is next level awful. She may have needed to be slapped in the head a couple of times, but overall, she's a tough cookie that is ready to go to the ends of the earth to get justice for her dad, and that makes her pretty fucking awesome in my book.
In case you can't tell, The Lies We Tell by Becca Steele was a hit for me! If you're a bully romance or academy fan, there is no way you should pass this one up! The characters are amazing, and the story is intriguing and full of steam and action with a big cliffhanger cherry on top. Put it on your tbr asap!
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
