A review by talknerdybookblog
Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera

dark emotional funny mysterious sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

Representation: Black side character

Mature Themes:

• Swearing
• Sex - some foreplay is described but eventually fades-to-black
• Alcoholism

Possible Triggers: Yes

• Murder
• Infidelity
• Attempted murder
• Physical assault
• Attempted r@pe
• Toxic parental relationships
• Panic attack (on-page)
• Alcoholism
• Recounting of domestic violence
• Gaslighting

Ending:

HFN. Lucy finds out who killed her best friend and gets closure. But Lucy will never be fully exonerated in the court of public opinion.