I think this book is relevant to the time in our society. So many women are brave and speaking out at this time.

It was easy to relate to Megan and Lauren was a very likable character. It was interesting to watch their friendship grow.

I definitely liked how the story line was resolved in the end. I won't spoil anything but the ending did not leave me frustrated with the author. This is my first book by DeBoard and it won't be my last.

I received an advance review copy of this book from the Great Thought's Ninja Review Team. All opinions are my own.

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i don’t know how i heard of this book or how it got on my TBR, but past me really knew what was up

Perfect book to read during this Me Too Movement that is making people stand up and take notice. The ability that this author had to write a book that would become so relevant to what is now taking place all over America is a bit startling. I'm a bit ashamed that at one point in reading this book I placed the crime on the wrong Mabrey. I don't know if the author was intentionally leading the reader in that direction or if I leapt there all on my own.

Two very different girls go to college and become roommates. Megan reinvents herself as she tells more and more stories about her life back in Kansas. Lauren is the rich girl who lashes out and her family's money pay to sweep it under the rug. Even with all the different lifestyle they have lived, they form a strong bond that lasts three years of college. The summer before their senior year Lauren's mother falls ill and Megan is her support system. While on the island a tragedy occurs that redirects their friendship in ways in will not recover.

I enjoyed this story, but I don't like flashback stories.

This is my first book by this author, but it will not be my last. In fact, I just purchased The Drowning Girls from Amazon. I loved the dual perspectives that also slipped from one time to the other. You need to read carefully in the beginning, but you soon get the rhythm. For me, this was the perfect read. I don't think there is any great mystery, but the writing keeps you on the edge of your seat to see how it is all going to play out. And it covers some pretty tough topics that are especially pertinent in today's climate.

A devastating and, unfortunately, incredibly relevant window into the current state of politics, power imbalances, and a culture that consistently places blame on women.

Here we lie is a great story telling of a friendship between two girls are complete opposites. The novel goes from the present to the past as you're shown the rise and fall of a friendship.

After becoming roommates, these two girls connect in a way they've never been able to connect with anyone else. Stuck to each other's sides, the girls finally feel as if they have someone in their corner. However, someone is lying about her true identity, someone is having a secret relationship, and someone is sexually-assaulted by someone close to the other. The friendship is put to the test and their strong bond began to waver as secrets, lies, and jealousy began to destroy them to the point they do not recognize each other.

With Here We Lie, Paula Treick de Board spins a mesmerizing tale of two former best friends and one shocking secret. Suspenseful and evocative, with pitch-perfect prose and pacing, Here We Lie is a story that resonates long after the last word. An engrossing read.

I really enjoyed this book! Major trigger warning for sexual assault for the book (but not this review). I learned about this book because my cousin leant next “The Mourning Hours” also by Paula Treick DeBoard and I really enjoyed that so I looked up other books by her. I enjoyed this one even more. It weaves together a world of wealth and privilege, female friendships, powerful men abusing their power, and more with twists and turns throughout. Paula Treick DeBoard is very good at surprising you out of left field and this book did not disappoint. I definitely recommend this book and I look forward to reading other books by this author!