Three Little Lies is told over the course of fifteen years, flipping back and forth between then and now. In 2005, teenage Ellen is happily drawn into Sasha's family life - until an event on New Year's Eve changes the lives of everyone concerned. In 2017, Sasha goes missing. And Ellen is afraid that the past is not done with them all. Questions arise - how well does she really know Sasha.....
I always enjoy a back and forth narrative. It lets the reader take those pieces from the past and apply them to the mystery in current day. Marshall directs the reader's attention back and forth between possible suspects, but sharp readers may suss out the whodunit before the last pages.
Although Three Little Lies is a mystery, it also explores teenage angst, friendship and coming of age. Those early years definitely affect the future. Ellen is the lead character and she fills the 'good' role. The others are all damaged, suspicious and have questionable motives. And are all pretty unlikable.
I do feel the timeline could have been tightened up a bit, but overall a solid read. Here's an excerpt of Three Little Lies.
"Laura Marshall was born in Melbourne, Australia, where she has lived all her life and currently resides with her two young sons. She has a degree in journalism and has a career in advertising. She is currently a partner at the creative agency Mr Smith." You can connect with Laura Marshall on her website, like her on Facebook and follow her on Twitter. And if you'd like to read Three Little Lies, I have a copy to giveaway, courtesy of Grand Central Publishing. Enter using the Rafflecopter form below, open to US and Canada, no PO boxes please. Ends Sept 15/18.
11 comments:
The cover is so cool with its detail of a Victorian painting!
Thanks for this captivating and compelling novel which interests me greatly.
I love stories that flip back and forth from the past to the present and Three Little Lies sounds like a a very good read.
Sounds like a good one. Thanks for the giveaway.
I enjoy going back and forth in time in a book, as well. Thanks for the giveaway.
Sounds like a great book! Thanks for the chance 💙
Just added this to my wishlist. It sounds so good!
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Loved Laura's Friend Request! I've been patiently waiting for Three Little Lies.
I would love to read this book—thanks for the chance to win a copy!
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Looks like a great book to read on a rainy night!
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