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A review by irxren
The Woman Who Lied by Claire Douglas
3.0
This thriller follows Emilia Ward, a bestselling detective novelist, as she faces real-life events that eerily mirror scenes from her own books. When a shocking incident matches a plot point from her unpublished manuscript, Emilia realizes someone close to her might be using her fiction against her, making her fear for her family’s safety.
One of the best things about this book is how unpredictable it is. I usually guess who "did it" early on, but this time I was completely surprised. Every character feels like a possible suspect, but also not, which keeps you on edge the whole time. The author does a great job making you feel just like Emilia—worried, frustrated, and powerless as things spiral out of control.
There are multiple points of view, which can get a little confusing, and there are a lot of details to keep track of. Sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming, but overall, it’s still a solid read. If you enjoy thrillers that keep you guessing, this one’s worth picking up.
One of the best things about this book is how unpredictable it is. I usually guess who "did it" early on, but this time I was completely surprised. Every character feels like a possible suspect, but also not, which keeps you on edge the whole time. The author does a great job making you feel just like Emilia—worried, frustrated, and powerless as things spiral out of control.
There are multiple points of view, which can get a little confusing, and there are a lot of details to keep track of. Sometimes it feels a bit overwhelming, but overall, it’s still a solid read. If you enjoy thrillers that keep you guessing, this one’s worth picking up.