J.T. Ellison hasn’t disappointed me yet. I was so excited to get an advanced copy of this book, thank you netgalley. This book as well as all of this authors books are wonderful. A thrill ride that keeps you guessing and never disappoints. Highly recommend!

Thank you Net Galley, the Author, and the Publisher ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.

I struggled with this book from the very beginning to the very end. I wasn't able to connect with the characters and there was so much inner dialogue that it got repetitive after a while. I will say it was interesting to read from a high school setting and there were some funny/witty lines. I wouldn't. however, recommend it.

I hate to say this, I KNEW! It takes more than this to surprise me! I would never send my daughter to an all rich girls school! They come out feeling entitled, like most feminist! I did like the story, for the creep factor! Because of it being genuinely creepy, lot of which one really did the murders, I did know, from the meeting on the street when they were very young. Here is where I am irritated, I grew up physically hit by my father, painful for years! I never murdered anyone, stole their money, of took drugs! I am tired of this being an excuse. The story is brilliantly told!
I highly recommend! Thank you Netgalley!
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Unfortunately after several attempts I have been unable to get into this book even though it was written by an author whose work I have enjoyed in the past.
As I have not read the whole book I do not feel that it would be fair to post a review elsewhere so will not be doing so.

The prodigious Ms Ellison does it again. Focusing on most of her books is sure to earn the reader a lot less sleep than one would wish. "Good Girls Lie" is certainly one of her best creations and the only thing wrong is that it must end. The reader will than be forced to wait for her next novel to come out.
The setting for the book is at a private prep school for girls located in the town of Marchburg, Virginia. The school has been at it's present location for about 200 years. It provides high quality education to a select group of 200 young women. These ladies come from a top tier group of wealthy and important people who want their daughters to go directly from the Prep school right into Ivy League or equivalent universities in order to take their place quickly into the high levels of society that their parents inhabit.
Ash Carlisle is a girl that grew up in England in a home with a wealthy father that unfortunately constantly beat and belittled her. She could not wait to get out from under his thumb, especially since her mother was afraid to confront him to protect her daughter. She manages to be accepted to the Goode school but during her preparations to leave for the US her father and mother die apparently victims of a murder- suicide event.
With this horror behind her Ash begins her studies apparently under a black cloud. A school counselor that she sees during her first day dies, apparently due to constant problems with allergies. Shortly after the term begins a student dies under strange circumstances.
Ash does not make any friends and seemingly likes it like that. She has a run in with what is the senior woman on campus and strangely this develops into a friendship between the two. Due to her relationship she is invited to join a secret society; one of several on campus and carrying the prestige and future contacts similar to sororities and fraternities in college.
Ms Ellison builds a mesmerizing story centered on the world of a leading Prep School and does a good job in making the persona involved come to life. The ending brings an unseen twist to the novel and it is a perfect ending for it. A very enticing novel and as indicated one that will certainly cause her readers to anxiously await J.T. Ellison's next book.

This very complex story begins with the discovery of a student hanging from the main gates of Goode School for Girls, some students horrified but more fascinated by the macabre. The storyline then flashbacks to when Ash enters the school after the tragic death of her parents. From the brief encounter with her fellow class mates we can see, for Ash it’s not going to be a cakewalk. Secret societies, hazing, psychotic girls, twists and turns, though a tad tedious at times but overall a great read with an unexpected ending. I actually loved it, it drew me in.
Thank you NetGalley for the chance to review this book.

I was a bit worried when I picked up this book and realised it was set in an all girls boarding school, I’m not a fan of teenage girls, I didn’t even like them when I was one - way too much melodrama. However, I was pleasantly surprised at how well Ellison managed to write the girls in this book so that I didn’t feel the overwhelming need to slap them all (not sure if that means they aren’t very realistic though!?!)

The Goode School is a prestigious academy steeped in history and tradition. The atmosphere around the school is really enjoyable with an almost gothic feel to it. The elite world of secret societies and honour codes was a nice refreshing setting for me for a thriller. We follow the arrival of 16 year old Oxford raised Ash Carlisle as she arrives at the school following the deaths of her parents. Unfortunately it seems death follows Ash and soon deaths at the Goode school are starting to add up to something very suspicious.

I found this book to be a great page turner and had some interesting twists and turns. I enjoyed the world Ellison created more then the story, which was a solid captivating mystery.

My thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This is a very dark story that takes place within a very elite all girls school in Virginia. The school is somewhat of a boarding school, but those who attend are almost guaranteed a spot in the ivy leagues. Each girl that attends has a wealthy family, some famous, some politicians, and others just old family money. One girl in particular Ash, is a special case. Both her parents commutes suicide, and within days of beginning classes there are two more deaths at the school.... all revolving around her.
This is a fast paced mystery, filled with twisted motivations, secrets, lies, and secret societies. I would classify this book as more catered to young adults, however I really enjoyed reading it! The author offers a nice PSA at the end of the book about suicide and includes a helpline number which I greatly appreciated. I look forward to everyone getting to read this when it is published in December!!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

A change to read J.T. Ellison is always a welcome treat. This was a very long book at 89 chapters. An interesting concept but the characters could have been more developed, less brats. This was harder to get into than previous books by Ms. Ellison that I've read.

This one is a must read!!! I received this advanced copy for review and wish it was coming out sooner because I want all of my friends to read it immediately.

<i>Good Girls Lie</i> grabs you from the get-go and doesn’t let go until the very last sentence. Ash Carr leaves her life in England behind for a fresh start at the Goode School, an all-girls school, known for its connections to affluent families and it’s haunted past. This fresh start seems like a perfect fit for Ash herself as she is both affluent and has a haunted past of her own.

The novel is told from multiple perspectives and has so many twists and turns that you will not see coming. Pre-order this one immediately!!

Thank you for the ARC! I am A huge fan of Ellison’s books and this one did not disappoint. I love a creepy, boarding school mystery and this book was just that! The characters were believable and the twists were well-written. I will definitely be recommending this title.

Another winner from J.T. Ellison! The story takes place at an elite all-girl boarding school in Virginia. It’s a fast paced story, no fluff, which will keep you guessing throughout. The author does a great job in setting the scene without being overly descriptive, and there’s enough twists to satisfy any fan of the genre. I enjoyed the book immensely. This ARC was provided by the publisher via @NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Excellent psychological thriller. Good Girls Lie is everything I love in a book. Totally unpredictable twisted mystery. Ash arrives at the esteemed Goode School after a family tragedy. Secret societies, bullying and murder are just a few of the things Ash must endure at the new school. But is Ash all she claims to be? As a fan of J.T. Ellisons work, this book did not disappoint. Definitely dark, impossible to put down. Highly recommend.

Pretty little liars on steroids!!! Love this wicked mystery. The author does it again. She has me hooooooked!

Quality of Writing: 6/10
Pace: 7/10
Plot Development: 5/10
Characters: 5/10
Enjoyability: 8/10
Insightfulness: 2/10
Ease of Reading: 6/10
Overall Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️
I got this Advanced Reader Copy a while ago from NetGalley, and I will admit it took me a while to get into the book. I put it down for some time, but picked it up again today, and was immediately sucked in. I don't know what changed, but it was like a Twilight book. The writing had problems, but the book was definitely a page turner.
For one, the plot is very convoluted. You have to pay attention to a lot of details, and things get mixed up very easily.
Two, the characters are a little shaky. Especially Becca Curtis. She plays way too many roles/personalities. Also, the book had too many points of view.
There was a lot of extra, random drama that was just there for effect, and it didn't add anything to the story.
Something I did like was how casually the author included the LGBTQ+ community without it being the main focus of the story. It threw me off at first, because I didn't expect it, but it was nice to see the representation.
Overall, the book was interesting, but not something I would highly recommend. You definitely have to be able to remember details in order to get through it.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher's for a copy of this book.
I got the impression that this book would be for young teens and not adults,interesting storyline but as this is about teenager's in 2019 it is a bit out of date,the teens describe in the book would be more in the past either in 1970 or therabout.
There was also unnecessary details describing the school and its environment which made it slow going in some places,and also made the reader lose the important parts of the story,likewise difficult to really associate with any of the character's,similar backgrounds poor rich kids having a difficult time.
Needed more polishing up.

Intrigue and murder at an elite all girls school is what this story is all about. J.T. Ellison was able to give a realistic portrayal of the cliques and games and lies that come about when 200 girls live in a boarding school.
The question is who is lying and why? The answer isn't found until the very end of the book. I enjoyed the quest for the truth in the lies.

Thank you NetGalley and Mira Publishing for the early read.

Good Girls Lie was a Goode read! There seemed to be lots of things going on with the girls, teachers and everyone else at the Goode School. It kept me interested in wanting to get to the end as fast as i could.

2.5 stars
This was a struggle to get into and a struggle to finish. Being such an avid reader of all genres, I have a hard time when a book doesn't pick up or get good until more than 30-40% into the story.
That is what this book was for me. It felt like it went on and on, and the way the characters spoke didn't feel realistic to their age.
If you are a fan of this author, it's worth reading, otherwise I would suggest skipping this one.

Thank you Net Galley for my advanced copy of this book and my review is my own opinion.

Good Girls Lie by J.T. Ellison
So this story is set in a private girls school setting, has some mysterious goings-on what with secret societies "tapping" prospective girls late at night, a suicide or is it, and other odd happenings. This overall was a pleasant albeit kinda slow but steady read, it kept my interest and had a few twists and turns but nothing edge of my seat. Thank you Netgalley and the Publishers for this ARC.