I love a book written by an author ( obvs ) about an author….and in this case more than one author and set around very unusual circumstances

Sloane has a poor deal working for world famous author Barbara Van Wyck,she is also a recluse and a tyrant and when an opportunity to,lets say,become as famous as her boss appears,Sloane takes it and does indeed become as famous as she wished for,but with consequences,scary ones and the life she thought she wanted is slowly turning into a living hell

Set in the charming picture postcard town of Maplewood the story is in parts,humorous,dark,exciting and thrilling and at all times the most important thing readable,extremely readable and buzzing with characters that you can’t forget,one in particular is more than henious,am not sure how the author manages to write so many aspects of a story so well but she does

My favourite book from this author who always writes edgy, different stories and ones you can get immersed in and are multi layered

Interesting insight into the book/publishing world alongside a dramatic brilliantly written story,loved it

Wow!! This book was so good!! I had an idea of what was going on but not the whole ending. What a shocking surprise of an ending!

All My Lies tells the story of Sloan, an aspiring writer who finds herself at a crossroads after discovering her boss dead under suspicious circumstances. Faced with a tempting opportunity, Sloan must decide: should she steal her boss’s unfinished bestseller and publish it as her debut novel? Through questionable decisions and a series of clumsy mistakes, Sloan finds herself in over her head with no one to trust. Can she keep her secret safe—and herself alive?
The premise of this book intrigued me when I first read the synopsis. However, I found the overall execution disappointing and clunky. Sloan had the potential to be a relatable, likable main character. Initially, I was rooting for her, and the mystery of her past kept me engaged. But, unfortunately, the constant reminders of her supposed "lovable clumsiness" became grating. Every time she attempted something, the reader was reminded of her tendency to trip over her own feet, or the various ways she might hurt herself. This repetition eventually overshadowed her character and turned what could have been endearing into something irritating.
Additionally, Sloan’s character felt one-dimensional. There was little development, and she never had a true "hero" moment to make her feel more fleshed out. I think the plot progression did her no favors, either. The reveal of the villain felt anticlimactic. I had already suspected who it was, and as a result, the reveal came across as more of an emotional payoff for Sloan rather than the reader. This is problematic because it felt like it took too long for Sloan to connect the dots. I would have preferred if she had suspected the villain earlier on and started to act more cautiously around them or it turned into a game of cat and mouse.
The big reveal about Sloan’s past in high school also felt unnecessary and didn’t add much to the story. If you removed that event entirely, the plot wouldn't change significantly, and the villain’s motivations would be the same. The villain’s actions were exaggerated to the point of excess. I understand the desire to show that he has no morals and is willing to resort to violence, but it felt over the top and detracted from the overall believability of the story. It would be more compelling if he had conflicted feelings about his plan or if Sloan and him engaged in mind games trying to outwit each other. This, along with the flat emotional payoff, made it difficult for me to connect with or care about the characters.
One of the final missteps for me was the flashback in the epilogue. It felt out of place and served more to shock the reader than to add anything meaningful to the story. Instead of feeling like an important plot point, it left me confused and added to the sense of disconnect I had with the characters.
Another barrier for me was the excessive detail and overuse of popular culture references. The narrative often included mundane events, like Sloan opening containers, in almost every scene. As a reader, this made me feel like the author didn’t trust me to fill in the gaps using context clues. It resulted in a lot of hand-holding, which ultimately detracted from the flow of the story.
Despite these issues, there’s potential here. The pacing was well done, and I enjoyed how the story progressed through time. The gradual buildup of tension and the constant sense that Sloan was never truly safe kept me engaged. It was an easy read, and I was genuinely curious to see how the story would end.
Thank you to NetGalley and Inkubator Books for providing the DRC for review. All opinions are my own.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC of All My Lies by Nelle Lamarr, a lacklustre domestic thriller that just failed to achieve its full potential.

When a struggling, down on her luck personal assistant is given an opportunity to get away with murder, and gain fame and fortune in the process, what will she do? How many lies is she willing to tell to cover up her past?

* I found myself skimming a lot of the book in order to get through some less than interesting scenes
* The FMC was unlikeable and unrelatable
* Some grammatical/spelling errors and plot holes
* It was quite comical at times in a dry, sarcastic way. It almost felt like the whole thing was a satire.
* I think the theme was a bit all over the place, like the author wasn’t quite sure which type of thriller they wanted this to be so crammed as much in as possible.
* The twists were just in no way comparable to the authors mentioned in the description before reading.
* Overall just felt like it didn’t quite hit the mark even though the story had potential. I think giving 2 stars is quite generous but just for the sheer balls it took to publish this.

***SPOILER ALERT*** if you plan to read it

I think the moment I truly lost interest was when the FMC confesses that she feels she’s being stalked to her love interest and he replies by saying, oh it’s probably just a troll, now forget about it and let me bend you over your desk. I mean…. WHAT?! Talk about making a “twist” obvious.

This was a brilliant page turner. I read this in a matter of hours. I could not put it down. It gripped me from the very first page.

I absolutely loved the writing style with it being told from Sloan’s point of view. It wasn’t expecting it to be so humorous. Numerous times I was laughing out loud at some of the things she said/thought.

There was constantly new information given throughout the book pointing you in different directions but I will say I did guess the stalker very early on but for once, it didn’t take anything away from the book. And I definitely did not guess the epilogue😱. Very clever.

My only other gripe was how quickly everything moved. I was struggling to keep up with the timeline and did get a little confused

Overall a brilliant read which will have you hooked from the very beginning.

All My Lies is a twisty, fast-paced thriller laced with humor, sharp observations, and a protagonist who is as exasperating as she is entertaining. While I typically prefer books that terrify me, this was a refreshing change of pace, thanks to the unique perspective of Sloan, our accident-prone, catastrophically paranoid lead.

Sloan never lets us forget just how klutzy and reckless she is, and her chaotic thought process—filled with hilarious quips, self-deprecating humor, and dramatic fragments—reminded me of an adult Junie B. Jones. At first, I wasn’t sure how I felt about this style, but ultimately, it deepened my understanding of her character. Her paranoia and over-the-top thinking are relentless, making for an intriguing contrast in a thriller. She often ignores her gut instincts and logical reasoning, especially in dangerous situations, which is both fascinating and frustrating. One of her most memorable lines perfectly encapsulates her self-perception: “I identify with slush. My whole life I’ve been a slush puddle for people to step over.”

The narrative is further enriched by Sloan’s dreams and nightmares, offering an additional layer of perspective. These surreal moments enhance the psychological tension, pulling readers deeper into her mind.

I also loved the nods to powerhouse authors, classic works, and nostalgic media references. The book’s structure—filled with well-placed foreshadowing, breadcrumb clues, and unexpected bursts of humor—made it an engaging and effortless read. While some plot points were slightly predictable (which I never mind), the final chapters took a sharp, unexpected turn. The rapid-fire updates and last-minute curveballs left me audibly exclaiming, “WHAT?!” I had to reread the epilogue just to make sure I hadn’t imagined it. Are you JOKING?!

At the end of the book, Nelle Lamarr includes A LETTER FROM NELLE LAMARR, asking if readers would be interested in a five-years-later sequel. My answer? A resounding yes, please!

That said, I was left with a few lingering questions, the most pressing being: What exactly is a “butt girl with benefits?” I absolutely regret Googling this.

This may have been my first Nelle Lamarr read, but it certainly won’t be my last.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of this book!

This was an easy read. Flowed along quite nicely.

****SPOLIERS***

I worked out fairly quickly who Sloan's stalker was and who was trying to expose her for stealing the manuscript, also worked out the missing link and who the father was of the illegitimate child.

Although to be far, there could've been any one of many suspects as I don't think there was one redeeming character in the book. I didn't want Sloan to get away with what she'd done. She wasn't a character that you could warm to either.

On a side note there seemed to be a lot in the book about Sloan's dislike of self publishing - that didn't fit right with the story and it felt like it was the author's opinion not the characters. It just stood out and I don't think it needed to.

Thanks to Netgalley for the opportunity to review this book, this is my honest opinion

Wow, what a stunner! The opening was so hooky. I immediately sided with the protagonist working for such a harridan like that and was imagining what real life authors might be similar. A few popped into mind! It spiraled off into absolute bedlam and I really admired her bravery, although is admired the right word - probably not - but she did it, and it was a ballsy move! Great resolve and fun fast paced read. Cover is fire. Loved it.

This was a fast-paced book; I was invested from the start.
Thank you so much to NetGalley, the author and Inkubator Books for this ARC.

#AllMyLies #NetGalley

Hooked from page #1! The story plot was great! That one character made a grit my teeth a few times.... It gave enough detail to keep me hooked without dragging on and on. It kept me wanting more and I was so invested, I would actually fall asleep with my kindle in my hand because I wanted to know what was happening in the next chapter. I can't wait to read more from this author!

All My Lies by Nelle Lamarr is a fast-paced domestic thriller with an intriguing premise, but it struggles to fully deliver on its potential. The story follows a protagonist whose seemingly perfect life begins to unravel as buried secrets come to light. With betrayal, deception, and shocking twists at its core, the book promises a gripping ride—but doesn’t always stick the landing.

The initial setup is strong, drawing you into the protagonist’s world and the mystery surrounding her past. However, the character development feels inconsistent. While the protagonist has moments of depth, many of the supporting characters are one-dimensional, making it difficult to stay fully invested in their fates. The twists are frequent, but some feel predictable or too reliant on coincidence, which diminishes their impact.

The pacing is a highlight, with short, snappy chapters that make it easy to keep turning the pages. Despite this, the ending feels rushed, with important plot threads either resolved too quickly or left hanging. All My Lies is an entertaining read with moments of real tension, but it ultimately falls short of being truly memorable. A solid 3 stars—a decent choice for a quick, light thriller, but it doesn’t stand out in a crowded genre.

New author to me and I was so looking forward to this book. Unfortunately, I just could not get through it. I don't even know what I was reading at one point. So much vulgarity and the main character, totally unrelatable and unlikeable, in my opinion. Definitely not what I was expecting.
Thanks for the advance copy of this book.

What was this? I couldn't even read this, it was so bad. Skimming ahead etc and It was like so out there, I had no desire to read it. Sad because I loved Nelle's last two books!

This is a pacy thriller/ mystery and is very well told.

It has twists and turns and I was gripped from the onset.

It is an intriguing read and unusual plot and I loved how the characters were unveiled the way they were.


highly recommended

This is the second Nelle Lamarr book I’ve read now (Night Nanny being the first) and this author is fast becoming one of my favourites. I love the easy writing, humour and in particular the never ending twists! The ending was very satisfying and although it did remind me of another book I’ve read, very ironic given the storyline, I enjoyed the side story to this one a lot more. Thanks for allowing early access to read this!

I loved the twist in the epilogue! It made the book worth it for me. I found the main character unlikeable and hard to root for, but the twists of this book kept me hooked - I read it one day!

This book wasn't quite what I expected based on the description. Instead of there being a slow reveal of what she did, it's all laid out in the early chapters so we're in on the secret with her. Also there's not a husband until almost half way through the book! Otherwise, I did find the reveals quite predictable, including the epilogue. I also would have avoided the book if I'd known about some trigger warnings. This won't prevent me from trying another one of the Author's books though, as I'm intrigued to see if another will land better with me.

Thanks to Inkubator Books and NetGalley for the ARC for my early review.

All My Lies was a fast-paced psychological thriller. There were a few grammatical and spelling errors and a few holes in the plot.
With some mild tweaking, All My Lies has the potential to be a fantastic read.I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

I went into this book with high expectations. Unfortunately, this one completely missed the mark for me.

The plot felt uninspired, with twists that were far too predictable to be effective. Instead of feeling the suspense or intrigue I had hoped for, I found myself rolling my eyes at the overused clichés. The constant mentions of Ugg boots and hiding things under couch cushions became grating and repetitive, to the point where it distracted me from the story itself.

What frustrated me most, though, was how little this book seemed to offer in terms of originality or emotional connection. While the premise had potential, it felt as though the story never truly got off the ground. The characters felt flat, and the plot lacked the tension or depth that could’ve saved it.

I wanted to like this book, I really did—but it just wasn’t for me. That's why I'm giving it 1 aka 0 ⭐.

ALL MY LIES BY NELLE LAMARR.
Release date set for the 20th of February 2025.
Every single character in this book made me sooooo suspicious of them.
I didn't trust anyone.
I thought it was very well written and this is a very talented writer.
The book was wrapped up perfectly and i really enjoyed this story