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cmareads 's review for:
Where the Truth Lies
by Anna Bailey
Thanks to Atria for the free book.
I would not consider this a thriller, but more of a slow-burn, atmospheric suspense novel, so adjust your expectations when going into this one. The book is about what happened to Abi, but there is so much more here. It is a deep look at small-mindedness, toxic Christianity, racism, and domestic abuse in a small Colorado town. The story slowly builds through then and now sections told from many character's POVs. I liked the format because it kept me engaged and invested in the story. However, I felt like I missed some things because of the allusions, but not outright, discussion of some of the things happening with some of the characters. I did enjoy the juxtaposition between the teens and their parents lines of thinking. I think that the exploration of kids being different from their parents was interesting.
If you enjoy novels that focus on the characters and the repercussions of their actions, then I think you will enjoy this one. If you're looking for a fast paced plot, this is not the book for that.
I would not consider this a thriller, but more of a slow-burn, atmospheric suspense novel, so adjust your expectations when going into this one. The book is about what happened to Abi, but there is so much more here. It is a deep look at small-mindedness, toxic Christianity, racism, and domestic abuse in a small Colorado town. The story slowly builds through then and now sections told from many character's POVs. I liked the format because it kept me engaged and invested in the story. However, I felt like I missed some things because of the allusions, but not outright, discussion of some of the things happening with some of the characters. I did enjoy the juxtaposition between the teens and their parents lines of thinking. I think that the exploration of kids being different from their parents was interesting.
If you enjoy novels that focus on the characters and the repercussions of their actions, then I think you will enjoy this one. If you're looking for a fast paced plot, this is not the book for that.