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A review by jordanreedsbooks
Twisted Lies by Ana Huang
4.0
Okay, so Twisted Lies by Ana Huang is the kind of book you stay up way too late reading because you have to know what happens next. It’s the fourth book in the Twisted series, and while you can technically read it as a standalone, it’s so much better if you’ve read the others first because you’ll appreciate all the little connections.
The story revolves around Christian Harper, who’s this dark, mysterious, borderline morally gray billionaire, and Stella Alonso, a sweet social media influencer with a dream to make it big on her own terms. They strike up this fake-dating arrangement (classic trope, right?), but of course, things get complicated in all the best ways. Their chemistry? Off the charts. Like, I’m talking fireworks. Christian is such a layered character—you know he’s got secrets, but you can’t help falling for him as Stella peels back his icy exterior.
What I loved most was how Ana Huang balances the light and dark aspects of their relationship. Stella brings this sense of hope and softness, while Christian adds that edge of danger and intensity. Plus, the fake dating trope is handled really well—it doesn’t feel forced, and their dynamic feels authentic as they start falling for each other.
The story revolves around Christian Harper, who’s this dark, mysterious, borderline morally gray billionaire, and Stella Alonso, a sweet social media influencer with a dream to make it big on her own terms. They strike up this fake-dating arrangement (classic trope, right?), but of course, things get complicated in all the best ways. Their chemistry? Off the charts. Like, I’m talking fireworks. Christian is such a layered character—you know he’s got secrets, but you can’t help falling for him as Stella peels back his icy exterior.
What I loved most was how Ana Huang balances the light and dark aspects of their relationship. Stella brings this sense of hope and softness, while Christian adds that edge of danger and intensity. Plus, the fake dating trope is handled really well—it doesn’t feel forced, and their dynamic feels authentic as they start falling for each other.