Book Review

First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston

Published Jan 2, 2024 by Pamela Dorman Books

Fantastic! I enjoyed every minute of this audiobook. I had my suspicions of the mysterious boss, Mr. Smith, and his real identity from the beginning. They were all proven wrong, and I loved it. This was a fast paced story that kept me guessing the whole time.

When I go into thrillers I'm hoping for a fun ride. Give me all the twists and turns. Following Evie as she outwits, outsmarts and attempts to stay two steps ahead of the mysterious Mr. Smith was everything I hoped it would be. Mr. Smith has enough on Evie to keep her under his complete control, while using her to complete his nefarious jobs,. But when the new mark, Ryan, seems off to her, she knows something is up.

I loved Evie's ability to play each role to perfection, think on her feet, and show how incredibly intelligent and resourceful she can be. This was a fun, satisfying read, and I think it's going to be in my top favorites of 2024.

Rating: ★★★★★