Little Lies
She could hear men and women shouting. Angry hollers crashed through the soft humid salty summer night. It was somehow hurtful for Mrs Ponder to hear, as if all that rage was directed at her . . . then she heard the wail of a siren in the distance, at the same time as a woman still inside the building began to scream and scream . . .
When a harmless quiz night ends with an act of shocking violence, the parents of Pirriwee Public School can’t seem to stop their secrets from finally spilling out. Rumours ripple through the small town, as truth and lies blur to muddy the story of what really happened on that fateful night.
What were your initial thoughts of the book?
Having never read anything by Liane Moriarty before, I had little to no expectations of this book except that I knew many people had enjoyed her first book, My Husband’s Secret. So it was mostly just the blurb of this book that attracted me. Thus, I was very glad when this book truly hooked me. It was intense, full of mystery, and had such a moving and compelling storyline to boot! The writing style was easy to read and just really pulled the reader in. It is a book that I truly enjoyed.
What was your favourite aspect of the book?
Without a doubt, my favourite aspect of this book was the style of it and the way that it created tension. At the beginning of the book you find out that a death has occurred. You’re then transported to a few months previously and shown all the small events that led to the final night. Add to that little snippets at the end of most chapters of interviews after the event and you’ll find the tension very high and your curiosity through the roof. After all, you don’t even know who it is, let alone how it happened. I absolutely loved this aspect of the book as it just added something extra.
Who was your favourite character and why?
It is very hard to choose just one as I loved two characters in this book. However, I think my favourite is actually Jane. I think she went through a great journey and transition in this book and I was just so happy for her in the end. Life had thrown her a lot of crap but she finally managed to make it her own again. I did also love Madeline. Her flair was fun to read and follow and I’d love to have her as my friend but I definitely preferred Jane!
Would you recommend this book?
I already have, so yes I would! For me this book was an incredible read. It was full of mystery, suspense, friendship, loyalty, trust, betrayal and transformations. It isn’t just about one thing either. It looks at so many different things and draws them all together so well. It was written beautifully, and was easy to just fall into. If, then, you’re on the lookout for a book like that, you should read Little Lies as I am certain you will not be disappointed!
Summarize this book in one sentence (Verdict)
Little Lies is a beautiful, mesmerizing, and captivating book that will keep you entertained and intrigued from the get-go.
Reviewed by Faye
