Amber Reynolds is in a coma, she can hear everything around her but cannot communicate. Amber Reynolds doesn't know what has happened to her but she fears that it may be something that her husband has done that has caused her hospitalisation...
Sometimes I Lie is a riveting psychological thriller told from the POV of comatose Amber, alternating with the story of what happened in the days leading up to her coma, along with entries from a child's diary. All three of the threads are packed with twists and turns that will have you reading far into the night as pieces of the puzzle fit together and the story is gradually revealed.
The background and build up to the story are skillfully written. I particularly liked the way that the coma parts of the tale were executed, we could see things from Amber's perspective as she lay there and share her terror and anxiety as well as her confusion. It's a very well paced and plotted book and while I didn't exactly like the characters they were all very well presented and believable. There's a lot of suspense and surprises here, the plot becomes a little complex as the story is revealed so you do need to pay attention but I didn't find it too hard to follow until the very final twist at the end that left me puzzled.
This is an exceptionally well written and riveting debut by Alice Feeney, very English in setting and tone, which is something that I always enjoy. I was enthralled by Sometimes I Lie and it leaves me eagerly anticipating her next book.
Recommended.
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