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alisonannk 's review for:
Lies, Lies, Lies
by Adele Parks
I have read a few of Adele Parks' novels and have always enjoyed them. This one was no different.
While the characters of Daisy and Simon aren't really likeable at all I see this as a strength in Parks' writing in that she makes them realistic enough for me to have an emotional reaction to them. I kind of feel sorry for SImon as he is an alcoholic and this clouds his judgements but deep down he loves his wife and daughter.
As Simon and Daisy lie to one another, or don't disclose information, the situation they find themselves in just worsens and spirals out of control. Having the dual narrative of Simon's perspective and Daisy's really helps to have a balance overview of the plot and real insight into why certain things happen.
More than once I was shocked at plot twists and events that were revealed so that really pleased me.
This was fast heading for a 5 stars because of the twists and turns and unique feel to the plot. Some events were implausible but I could suspend disbelief as it is a work of fiction. However, I really struggled when the story behind Millie's conception was finally revealed - for me that was just one step too far into unbelievable.
I'll always enjoy picking up an Adele Parks book and her style is really engaging.
Thanks to HQ publishers, Netgalley and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
While the characters of Daisy and Simon aren't really likeable at all I see this as a strength in Parks' writing in that she makes them realistic enough for me to have an emotional reaction to them. I kind of feel sorry for SImon as he is an alcoholic and this clouds his judgements but deep down he loves his wife and daughter.
As Simon and Daisy lie to one another, or don't disclose information, the situation they find themselves in just worsens and spirals out of control. Having the dual narrative of Simon's perspective and Daisy's really helps to have a balance overview of the plot and real insight into why certain things happen.
More than once I was shocked at plot twists and events that were revealed so that really pleased me.
This was fast heading for a 5 stars because of the twists and turns and unique feel to the plot. Some events were implausible but I could suspend disbelief as it is a work of fiction. However, I really struggled when the story behind Millie's conception was finally revealed - for me that was just one step too far into unbelievable.
I'll always enjoy picking up an Adele Parks book and her style is really engaging.
Thanks to HQ publishers, Netgalley and the author for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.