Tom and Sarah’s relationship is revealed in the opening pages and gives a foretaste of what is to come.  Sarah, is over-worrying, over-protective about their teenage son, Freddy.  Tom on the other hand feels that she indulges him too much.  Always ready for an excuse; already to defend him.  But he has, she reluctantly admits, been more problematic, abrupt, and hard to manage.  It is the early hours of the morning and he has not yet come home. When he does, he has arrived soaking wet, crying and scared.  He then reveals that he has killed someone.  Tom feels that the police must be called immediately.  Sarah springs to protect her son.  

So what would you do?  Actually, I don’t even want to think about it – so fraught it is.  I shudder to think.

Loved it, loved it, loved.  The characters, the pace, the structure.  Must admit though, sometimes I was just a bit exasperated at Tom and Sarah.

That said, cannot praise it enough.  It’s a five from me.

Thank you to the author, publishers and NetGalley for providing an ARC via my Kindle in return for an honest review.

I didn't really warm to this thriller even though the premise was interesting. Corry is a great writer but I didn't really warm to or engage with any of the characters despite the intricate plotting and flashbacks. And I felt the Cornwall section just wasnt' believable.

Having enjoyed Jane' Corry's other novels. I was delighted to receive an advanced copy  of 'The Lies We Tell.'

Tom and Sarah come from completely different backgrounds. Tom had attended boarding school, while Sarah was brought up in a commune. They meet at an art class where she is the tutor and he is the student. As the narrative progresses, it becomes clear that they both are hiding secrets from their past. 

The main focus of the book is the dilemma presented by their son Freddie. At 15 years old, he comes home past his curfew confessing that he has killed someone. As a parent, our instinct is to protect our children. It poses the question what would we do in that situation?

The story is told from the perspective of Tom and Sarah, but there are snippets from another narrator peppered throughout. Jane Corry has a talent for drip-feeding information before the big reveal and this was evident here.

I felt engaged in the journey of the characters. There was also a nice set of supporting characters including Olivia- Sarah's bubbly best friend and the villagers, particularly Gladys.

I enjoyed this read. My only criticism is that the dialogue of certain characters is more authentic than others.

Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the ARC.

I want to say that this was another outstanding book by Jane Corry, but sadly I didn’t enjoy it as much as her previous books.. Don’t get me wrong it’s extremely well written as fans of Jane would expect, the characters are good, a little dysfunctional as a family but interesting in their own ways, but it didn’t ‘grab’ me . That said we’re all in uncertain times at the moment and I have to say that my concentration does have lapses, some days I simply can’t get to grips with a book. So to fans of Jane Corry I would say give.it a try because it could be me that’s just out of kilter.

I love Jane Corry's writing and this was no exception.
The story of Sarah, Tom and Freddie drew me in immediately with an excellent title. Certainly I was left to wonder how far you would go to protect your child from the most heinous crime they say they have committed.
The story of two parents who are planets apart in every way but fell in love.  Slowly their past crimes and behaviour start to trickle out deepening their disparity. 
The division takes a leap forward when Freddie admits to what he has done and his parents take totally differing views as to what they should do about it.  Sarah takes a decision and is left living with a moral dilemma which casts shadows over every aspect of her life for many years.  
This is an extremely thought provoking book which had many different and unexpected turns to it . I raced through reading it and was pleased there was a proper conclusion.

Sarah and Tom are worlds apart in personality, yet they meet, fall in love and eventually have a son Freddie. Life isn't always easy and there are many arguments, but their marriage stays together for their son. 
Freddie is a difficult teenager and when he returns home one night and tell his Mum he's killed someone, what will Sarah and Tom do?
The book takes us into the past into Sarah and Tom's life, as well as the present and the future. Both Sarah and Tom have secrets that have been kept hidden. Sarah escapes with Freddie to save her sone from prison but was the the right thing to do and will time catch up with them?

I enjoy Jane Corry as an author and enjoyed this book. There were a few far fetched moments that I wasn't sure about, and in some places there was a lot of information given in a short space of time, but an easy and enjoyable read nonetheless.

This book drew me in from the beginning, although it was a little slow.  A story of how far a mother would go to protect her son, who has informed her that he killed a man.  With parents from different backgrounds, a story that is told in the past and the present, with lies after lies and secrets from both parents, the book unfolds with believable characters. An enjoyable read and I would like to thank the publishers and NetGalley for giving me the opportunity to read this book.

I really enjoyed this book. I liked the story moving back into the past and then the present. How far would a mother go to protect her child? 

Thank you to Netgalley for a free copy in return for a free review.

A great read about how our parents and events shape our lives.  Every character was well described such that I felt I could understand their behaviour and choices, though not necessarily agreeing with these choices.  Children can be so easily misled through lack of guidance or just the desire to "fit in".  Lies will always be found out and our consciences will never be quietened until the truth is told.  Honesty about our lives past and present and our feelings towards other people or events are best expressed, rather than kept locked away.  A mother's love and protection of her children is incredibly strong, so much so that this mother, Sarah, made some poor choices but faced up to them in the end.  A very satisfying read.

This is the story of Tom and Sarah Wallace and their fifteen year old son Freddie. It examines the question of how far would you go for your child? Tom and Sarah tell their backstories which links well to the present day situation. 

This book hooks you in from the start. One of the things I like best about it is the characterisation. Tom and Sarah are different in every possible way, they’re certainly from opposing planets but that’s what makes it so interesting. They’re like strangers each wearing a mask but we begin to peak behind this and start to see the real them. They both have interesting pasts that we learn piecemeal, some things are very surprising and you wouldn’t think they had it in them! When Freddie is born the family utterly changes and the author presents an intriguing look at their dynamics. The plot is strong and full of twists, we get little frissons of unease and a growing sense of impending disaster. As the storyline progresses we hear more of Sarah’s internal nightmare as her conscience troubles her and she’s torn between protecting and saving her son or facing up to the consequences. The moral dilemma she faces is very interesting and thought provoking. You can sense that she is understandably always on edge. Is Freddie a liar? Is Freddie a liar born of liars? I like the ending of the book even though it is perhaps a bit fortuitous but not beyond the realms of possibility. My one jarring reservation ..... an unsavoury character called Knuckles? Seriously?!!! 

Overall, I really enjoyed this well written slow burner psychological thriller, it has a very good premise and plenty of plot twists to keep you invested to the end. 

With thanks to NetGalley and Penguin General UK for the much appreciated widget for an honest review.

I love all her books and this one was no exception how far would you go to protect your son when he comes home to tell you what he’s done  then the nightmare begins.  His father Tom wants to do the right thing but Sarah has other ideas the story then goes back in time when they first met and you find out they both have terrible secrets to hide which will be revealed as the story enfolds definitely recommend a real page turner can’t wait for the next one and want to thank Netgalley and the publisher for an early copy.

Tom and Sarah......the two main characters and their son Freddie who has committed an awful crime keep you gripped from beginning to end . Lies, more lies and revelations and their consequences are at the centre of this tale. How far would you go to protect your child who has done something dreadful?
I read this in a  couple of sittings, found it gripping as I went on the journey with this families problems and the way they tried to solve them. A good read.

Well this pulled me in at the beginning and spat me out at the end, a great read with a great story, twisty and turny,what lengths a mum will go to to protect her son, rightly or wrongly, loved it

I really enjoyed this book. I really connected with all the characters. It's so well written and really makes you think about how lies can effect your life. Small lies, big lies, they all have consequences. Well done on another fantastic book Jane Corry.

Tom and Sarah , an unlikely couple meet and fall in love . From 2 different backgrounds , he public school educated and Sarah having lost her parents at a young age and being brought up in a loveless household by her auntie . She went on to art school and to make ends meet got involved in drug dealing. Eventually after years of trying Sarah becomes pregnant , but at the birth of their son Freddie Tom sees something in her medical notes that tears them apart . There are also secrets and lies on Tom's part , along with his best mate Hugo who was also involved . Sarah becomes good friends with Hugo's wife Olivia , but she appears to be taking over Freddie as a baby , despite having 2 daughters of her own . 
As he gets older Freddie's behaviour deteriorates , until one night, when he is a teenager  he arrives home late at night with an admission that will devastate them all . Everything changes between everybody as Sarah goes on the run with Freddie , They go and hide in Cornwall but Freddie goes away and rarely contacts his mother , One day Sarah gets news that changes Freddie's mind about hiding . He returns home and gives himself up and things move on from there . Another well written book from this author with many twists as it unfolds .

This is the second Jane Corry book I have read and can honestly say she is now in my top 5 authors. Her books are just so real and the characters so richly drawn without being flowery! I love a book that you pick up at bedtime and then can't put down and you read on into the early hours. If you haven't read any of her books read one but if you can read this one. The actual basis of this story is how far you would be pushed to protect your own child. I felt so much empathy to the characters but the story itself whistled on a fast pace. I as dubious about the actual premise of the story but am so so glad I read it! I eagerly await her next book.

Another corker from Jane Corry. I absolutely love the author's writing style and the way she releases snippets of information throughout the book until the big reveal. Kept me gripped and hooked from start to finish. Brilliant.

What a wonderful book! Thoroughly recommend.

Sarah and Tom are parents to Freddie, a much longed for but somewhat unruly 15 year old boy. When he arrives home one night claiming he killed someone, Sarah and Tom face a dilemma. The book then takes us back to before Freddie was born to when Sarah and Tom first meet and then the over the years to the present day.

Over the course of the book there are so many lies told and revelations about the different impacts they have on one another’s lives. How far would you go to protect your child? 

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced read copy of this book in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Sarah and Tom’s marriage is troubled long before their son Freddie comes home and says he has done something dreadful. Both his parents have troubled pasts with secrets that they have kept. Both hold very different views as to how they should deal with Freddie. The course of actions that one parent takes will lead to years of heartache.
An interesting book, I got a bit cross with it at times as I didn’t feel things would have happened the way it was told especially the last few chapters. However overall I enjoyed it and it demonstrated perfectly how strong a love that parents can have for a child.

The Lies We Tell is an addictive, enthralling story with real, believable characters in a true to life situation. How would you react if your son told you he'd committed murder?

My thanks to Netgalley and the publishers for my copy of Jane Corry's excellent new book.