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The Truth and Other Lies

Sascha Arango
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The Truth and Other Lies

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Sascha Arango

The Truth and Other Lies

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

241

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Germany • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Truth and Other Lies by Sascha Arango follows a successful crime writer whose carefully constructed life begins unraveling due to hidden secrets and lies. As the protagonist navigates a web of deceit, the novel explores themes of identity, truth, and the consequences of deception in a suspenseful narrative.

Mysterious

Dark

Suspenseful

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

3.6

7,578 ratings

52%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Truth and Other Lies by Sascha Arango is praised for its dark humor, clever plot twists, and engaging narrative. The protagonist's amoral nature fascinates readers, while some find the pacing uneven and character development lacking. Overall, the novel offers an intriguing exploration of deception but may not appeal to all due to its moral ambiguity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Truth and Other Lies?

A reader who enjoys The Truth and Other Lies by Sascha Arango would likely appreciate psychological thrillers with dark humor and intricate plots. Fans of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins might find this novel engaging. The narrative's unreliable protagonist and suspenseful twists cater to mystery enthusiasts.

3.6

7,578 ratings

52%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

241

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Germany • Contemporary

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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