A review by kyras_reads
When We Lied by Claire Contreras

challenging dark emotional funny mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

This had no business being as good as it was. I really enjoyed being in this universe (this time) and there was so much to this story. A little bit of mystery, some intrigue, some slow burn and a whole lot of obsessed “don’t touch her/don’t look at her” moments. 

These two were pining for each other and almost frothing at the mouth by the time they actually found their way to one another. Good things are worth the wait, though, cause damn. Their entire relationship had me swooning. 

And the drama with Mallory and Tate and literally everyone was pretty suspenseful, especially towards the end. I was sweating. 🥵 but these two made it worth the worry. 

The cameo from Lyla and Lachlan was nice too, I always love to see characters from the same universe and see what they’re up to after their story ends. 

And… NO THIRD ACT BREAKUP?! Claire, you’re an absolute queen for that. 👑 

Tropes: 
Sports Romance
Reformed Playboy
Mutual Pining
Wounded FMC
Obsessed MMC

Spice: 🌶️🌶️🌶️
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