The Good Lie
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Book Brief
256
Novel • Fiction
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Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Psychological FictionLos Angeles • Contemporary
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Grief•
Guilt2021
Thomas & Mercer
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In AR Torre's The Good Lie, a psychological crime thriller, teenage boy Scott Harden escapes a serial killer, identifying a local teacher as the perpetrator. However, defense attorney Robert Kavin, convinced of the teacher's innocence, teams up with psychiatrist Dr. Gwen Moore to create a psychological profile of the true killer. The narrative unfolds with intense investigations and unraveling secrets. Descriptions of physical and sexual violence, abuse, torture, and suicide are present in the book.
Dark
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Emotional
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
291,316 ratings
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Review Roundup
A suspenseful psychological thriller, The Good Lie by A. R. Torre offers intricate plot twists and well-developed characters that captivate readers. Some found the story thrilling and unputdownable, while others felt certain plot elements were predictable. Overall, it's a gripping read that's praised for its engaging narrative and character depth.
Who Should Read The Good Lie?
Readers who relish psychological thrillers with complex characters and moral ambiguity will be captivated by The Good Lie by A. R. Torre. Fans of Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl or Paula Hawkins' The Girl on the Train will appreciate its intense suspense and layered storytelling.
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A determined and persuasive defense attorney who becomes romantically involved with Gwen, seeking justice related to the Bloody Heart Killer case.
A teenage boy from a wealthy background who experiences a traumatic event involving the Bloody Heart Killer and becomes central to the investigation.
A pharmacist who is one of Gwen’s patients and becomes pivotal in the unfolding of events connected to the Bloody Heart murders.
The wife of John Abbott, who plays a significant role alongside him in the narrative surrounding the Bloody Heart case.
A stern and distrustful detective investigating crucial elements related to John and Brooke Abbott’s case, presenting challenges for Gwen.
A high school science teacher who becomes entangled in the Bloody Heart investigations, marked by a complicated past.
256
Novel • Fiction
•
Mystery & Crime Fiction•
Psychological FictionLos Angeles • Contemporary
•
Grief•
Guilt2021
Thomas & Mercer
Adult
18+ years
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