Between Lies And Revenge

This was such a suspenseful novel, it had everything that I was looking for from the description and from the cover. The cover had that mystery element and worked with the story being told. I enjoyed the way the characters were written and it left me wanting to read more from Hannah D Sharpe.

This is the first book in a long, long time that pulled me in immediately. The writing and planning of the plot was extremely well done, and although I kind of knew where the story was heading, there were literally small (or large) revelations up until the very end. I think Sharpe did a wonderful job fleshing out her characters- I felt sympathy for Elle, and wanted her to get what was rightfully hers- even though she was morally questionable. It says a lit about an author when you want the (sort of) bad guy to win. Also, the MLM theme was on POINT. There was a time in my early 20s that I had no true friends, only friends wanting me to buy whatever new miracle cure or candle or leggings they were selling that month. I don't want to give anything away, but I will sawnthat I found the ending deeply, deeply satisfying. Definitely will be recommending this book, and I look forward to what the author produces next!

Two women from completely different worlds become thrown together due to circumstances neither foresaw. Elle lost her brother who was her only true friend in the world, the only one she felt close to and had a strong bond with even when they were separated throughout their childhood. She makes her living as con artist and is currently on the run. While out one day Elle spots a woman who has the most beautiful necklace on, not only is it beautiful, it is hers and she wants it back. Olivia looks like she has it all but unbeknown to many she is extremely unhappy, all she wants is a baby but numerous attempts of fertility treatment have so far proved unsuccessful, all done without her husbands knowledge. Her credit cards are all past their limits and her husband does not believe in financial credit. Elle befriends Olivia and offers to appraise the jewelry, soon this will lead to a relationship between the two that neither of them could have foreseen.

I thoroughly enjoyed going on this journey with these women. the premise is intriguing and before I knew it I was already half way through the book. The pacing is excellent along with the portrayal of each character. The book is told in dual POV's and this really works enhancing the story. Themes of friendship and revenge are strong throughout the book and I am sure if you give this one a try you too will be as engrossed as I was. Five stars.

Thank you to Netgalley, the author and publisher for an advanced copy, all opinions expressed are my own.

If I could give the book 10 stars I would!! The first half of this book had me hooked but that last half was even better!! Lies and revenge was a suspense filled book that I couldn’t put down!! Two strangers who meet and become friends go on a journey scheming, and seeking revenge together.

If you love your domestic suspense with a side of bitchiness and intrigue, this book is for you! I absolutely loved the concept of a jewel heist in suburban disguise!

First off… this cover!! Right?! Absolutely stunning!! I admit that was the very first thing that made me have FOMO about this book!! 🤩

Pub date is September 3rd! 🥳

I can’t believe this is a debut!! This was such a twisted web 🕷 of cleverly crafted lies… As they started to unravel… I might have even gasped a time or two. 😳 ..Okay I definitely did! 😉 Here’s why I loved it..

Olivia and Elle have nothing in common… 🤷‍♀️… Or so I thought. 😳.. Elle is no stranger from living on the run 🏃‍♀️ and pulling cons. In fact.. she’s a pro. 😏

Olivia appears to have it all together… yet it’s all a face she puts on each day to make it through the day. Struggling with bills 💵…and a blackmailer..😳…

When Elle sees her missing necklace on Olivia’s neck… well she has ALOT of questions… Especially since it was taken off her neck when her brother was killed. 😳 She’s getting it back… no matter what…😏

This book was packed full of twists and turns!! I couldn’t put it down. Shocking secrets revealed one by one… DEFINITELY kept me flipping the pages late into the night!! 👏👏 I LOVED how this wrapped up! Revenge is sweet! 😉

My cup there lists some of the things I absolutely love about Instagram… but it’s missing a couple. One is finding fantastic debut authors….and this my friends is one!! I can’t wait to see what @hannahdsharpe comes out with next. 😍