What a sensation! I adored this novel. It was phenomenal, the first half especially. Wow! Reminded me somewhat of Great Expectations for a while and that was such a treat. I was so intrigued to find out how the story would unfold! I lost sleep, hehe. It was fabulous - all about heartbreak and pain and the ways in which it can manifest itself years or even decades later. Ah! It was great. I would have never picked this up by looking at the cover alone so it was a treat to delve into this and enjoy it as thoroughly as I did. Thanks to Netgalley and the author for several hours of great fun!

This book had a slightly different feel to it compared to Susan Lewis’s other novels, however it is no less brilliant. The story is written across two time lines and 8 really enjoyed this approach where you found out more about the central characters across both time lines as the story progressed. You definitely do not see the major twist coming and you really do feel like you are in Joely’s shoes when it is revealed. You wouldn’t have been able to guess the twist, although I did have a feeling the the older timeline about the 15 year old wasn’t quite how Freda made it seem. Highly ,y recommend this book, Susan Lewis is an excellent author and this is another well written book by her, I look forward to her next release.

Very interesting read, intriguing subject, enjoyed from start to finish, Susan Lewis a long time favorite author of mine

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Wow - just really loved this
Very unpredictable story - kept me on the edge of my seat - really unputdownable (is that a word?)

The action builds in a great way as you go through the book - perfect
so glad I was able to read this

This is Susan Lewis at her scintillating best! Ghostwriter, Joeley, is given a commission to write a memoir for a reclusive writer Freda . It comes at a time when her private life is in turmoil as her husband has left her to live with her best friend Martha . To add to her pain, daughter, Holly has moved in with them leaving Joeley bereft and distressed. She gladly accepts the commission, shrouded though it is in secrecy. She's not allowed to tell anyone where she is or anything about the memoir. There begins a journey which will see her uncovering her own family's secrets and which also sees her in danger for her own life. The denouement is as unexpected as it is thrilling! It was also wonderful to renew our acquaintance with Andee - like catching up with an old friend! I felt quite bereft saying goodbye to these wonderful characters and hope, like Andee, we will meet up with them again. More please,- soon!

I love reading Susan Lewis books and this didn't disappoint me
The book hinges around Joely and her split from her husband which leads to her getting a new job to be a ghost writer for a recluse. This book is full of twist and turns.
Wow what a book! Read it

I really enjoyed this book so much. It has a really great plot, superb main characters and I read it in one sitting. I would highly recommend this book.

Susan Lewis is such a brilliant writer, that I knew I'd love this straight away. Brilliantly written, with mystery and twists and turns to keep you guessing until the end

4.5 stars
This was my second book by the author and I enjoyed it quite a lot.
It has a very interesting plot and there are twists and turns that I personally didn't see them coming, mostly because I had no idea where the author would take us with the story.
A well written book, interesting characters and plot , it has a bit of everything you expect from a real suspenseful story.
A ghost writer and an old celebrity author are the main characters of the story but in reality it's all about their families and past secrets that bonds them together.
Love, hate, revenge and past mistakes, all these mixed up together for a great reading.

This is one of the best books I have read. Joely, a ghost writer, is employed by Freda an older lady who lives in a large house on her own. Freda was told a lie about her brother and she sets out to clear his name. This book was very well written and pulled me in from the beginning and kept me hooked to the very end. You know you are reading something special when you never want it to end and the end was very touching.

I love reading Susan Lewis books. She always tells us a great story, but this time she told fabulous story, the twists and turns, mystery, will keep you guessing and wondering if you know left from right. Persevere with this story, do not give up., it just gets better and better till boom, you have been reading for hours without a drink or anything to eat. You will not be disappointed.

Found this a bit slow to start with. I was so glad I continued to read as it didn’t disappoint. Lots of twists and turns in the story line that leaves you guessing what happens next. Thank you netgalley for this early read


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A really great read again from this author When Jolie and her husband start having problems with their relationship and he moves on to her best friend she desides to take a job away writing the memoirs for a client but all is not as it seems and when she realises where the story is going things take a dramatic turn There's fabulous characters and plenty of twists which will keep you wanting more as the story reaches its conclusion A fabulous novel

This is the second Susan Lewis book I've read and it did not dissapoint!
Young love, reflection, family secrets.
Joely is a ghost writer and has taken a very unusual assignment. Older client who wants her to write a memoir.
Too late, Joely realises she's closer to the story than she knew.
Plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing.
Tissues perhaps required, I needed them.
Absolutely recommend this book.
Thank you netgalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

I am an avid Susan Lewis reader, having devoured every book over the past few years and once again Susan didn't disappoint!

This will work it's way deep into your brain and will sit there for quite a while after!

Susan always tells an amazing story, her writing style grabs you from the first paragraph and draws you in and 'My Lies, Your Lies' had me in a vice like grip. Full of suspense, intrigue, lots of twists and turns, it will have you on the edge of your seat constantly guessing what comes next.

Now I'll be totally honest, the first few chapters were a bit slow going (compared to previous novels) BUT stick with it, you will not be disappointed.

Susan always has a way of bringing in the dynamics of a dysfunctional family and put together with deceit, betrayal, lies and likeable and eccentric characters, this book has my full 5*

Many thanks to netgalley and Harper Collins UK for the ARC.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It was a bit of a slow burner at first, but soon skipped along making the reader want to find out what the plot was all about! I did not find this plot predictable which made me want to finish the book. Another great Susan Lewis novel.

A complicated book that i found a little different from the usual Susan Lewis style. Intriguing but some of the characters were unrealistic and hard to like.

Each time a new book by Susan Lewis comes along I say this is her best yet. This one is definitely her best. My thanks to netgalley and harperfiction for advanced copy.
Joely’s husband Callum has left her and moved in with her best friend and their teenaged daughter Holly has gone with him. To get away from London devastated Joely accepts a job as a ghost writer for the eccentric author Freda M Donahue in North Devon. Freda tells her story to Joely who rewrites it in the style of the author. The story is told in the present day but takes us back periodically to 1968 and a 15 year old girl falling in love with her music teacher with whom she begins a secret, passionate affair. As the story unfolds shocking secrets and lies begin to emerge and Joely discovers the reason she was chosen to be the ghost writer. Susan Lewis breathes life into her characters and you almost feel that you know them. I couldn’t put this book down and the story will stay with me. I’m already looking forward to reading it again. Highly recommend!

Sorry but I struggled to read this book..I didn’t engage with any of the characters and found it slow going. I found myself skimming pages and finally gave up at 40% when I realised that I was reluctant to pick it up to continue reading..

A slow start but the story developed well. I have read most of Susan's books and enjoyed them all although the last few have been a different sort of read

Overall this was a good well written book which got better halfway through with interesting characters and I can thoroughly recommend

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper Collins UK for giving me the opportunity to read this book.