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riella_reads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I'm surprised by how much I enjoyed this! Tarryn Fisher's traditionally published work still isn't as great as her indie stuff, but this was still a very good thriller. The cult aspect of it was very interesting to me and I enjoyed the back and forth chapters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Emotional abuse, Blood, Stalking, Death of parent, Murder, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
arthur_ant18's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
I’m sorry to say that not much stood out for the first two-quarters of An Honest Lie. Once the third act kicked off, however, that’s when my investment in this generic cult thriller amped up significantly. I’ve only read one other Tarryn Fisher thriller, The Wrong Family; I recall it being fairly enjoyable, yet I can’t recall my specific opinions on it or most of its plot beats. Take from that what you will. The Wives is still on my TBR pile, but considering my experience with the author’s work, I’m not holding high expectations for it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Confinement, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Emotional abuse, Violence, Kidnapping, Grief, Religious bigotry, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Bullying, Eating disorder, Pedophilia, Sexual assault, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Animal death, Self harm, Vomit, Pregnancy, and Fire/Fire injury