This is my first Lisa Scottline novel and after reading the synopsis I knew I just had to read it. To begin with, this novel was very unexpected for me. I went in thinking it was one thing but came out with it being something very different. This is not a bad thing. In fact, I thought this really added to my reading experience because I became invested in seeing how everything would play out. But, without going into detail about the plot (because it would be much better to just read it for yourself) I will tell you that I felt a lot of shock, surprise, and bone tingling thrills course through my body with this one.

Now, while I certainly enjoyed this novel I had to admit that I had a little trouble fully connecting with the characters. This could be due to the fact that there were many "players" involved. When so much is going on, and there are a lot of back stories for different characters it becomes harder for me to connect (this is a personal preference of mine and shouldn't deter any readers from fully enjoying the novel).

With that, I would certainly recommend this novel to fellow readers. Even for me, I will definitely be checking out more of the authors novels in the future because it is fairly clear that her unique story lines are going to hook me just as this one did. Even more, I think the writing style and presentation of the story were exquisite.

This kept my attention right from the start. There is a big twist that caught me a little off guard and ramped up my interest even more.

Without ruining the plot, it involves someone possibly trying to mark the anniversary of one of the U.S.’s horrific bombing incidents with another.

The book fell down for me a little at the very end: it almost seemed like one chapter was written by someone else, but otherwise it was excellent. I will be recommending this to many people.

There was some violence and discussion about sexting, but I don’t remember any bad language, so if you are concerned about any of those (but still want to read mysteries), this is pretty PG-13.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book once I got into it, I found her writing got better the further I got into the book, She wove her characters well into the storyline, so you really didn't know who dunnit. At first I thought the good guy was the bad guy, in short the story evolves around a secondary school and a new coach that arrives, my first impression was that this coach was up to no good, we meet the students and some of the parents, then a teacher commits suicide, as the story evolves, it becomes clear that the new coach is here to stop a serious bomb threat. I couldn't put the book down towards the end, great reading

--I received an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts are purely my own and not influenced in any way.--
Let me start by saying that I don't think this book was made for me. Nonetheless, this book was immensely entertaining and only took me a couple of days to read (and more late nights than I care to admit!), though this book is not without its flaws.
For one, the transition from Step One to Step Two was so confusing due to the strange set-up of making the reader think that Chris was one thing before revealing that his motives were completely different that it took me reading the end of Step One and the beginning of Step Two around four times to figure out what was happening. I also never felt any real connection with the characters: they seemed a bit underdeveloped and Chris fell straight into Mary Sue territory around Step Three and absolutely the final few chapters to the point of completely taking me out of the story. Some plots got dropped: like Raz and his mother's plot which I really enjoyed, and even Jordan's plot got nixed in favor of his mother and Chris.
Again, this book is not bad, but I really thought that this book would be a bit more about a small town and a weird newcomer rather than what it was. Was it entertaining? Yes, but it seemed to lack the substance that I was hoping it would have in favor of a more cinematic (and seemingly unrealistic) plot-line. Not for me, but I know many people will get a kick out of it!

Chris Brennan is new to town. He comes to Central Valley High to take over a government AP class and coach the baseball team. What the town doesn't know is that Chris isn't "Chris". Playing substitute teacher is part of his real job and everyone in town is in serious danger.

Lisa Scottoline is one of my favorites. The first chapter in and this book grabs your attention quickly. You never know what is actually going on until you're about half way through. Another hit out of the ballpark! 4 solid stars.

Thanks Netgalley. I have read several books by this author and this did not disappoint. I absolutely loved Chris Bannen and never saw the twist coming at the end. Great read

4.5 stars
I received an e-galley of this book in exchange for an honest review. Lisa Scottoline's standalone books are sometimes hit or miss for me, but this one was a definite hit! Chris Brennan - who is he and what is he doing? So many questions and not so many answers. Every time you think you know what is going on, well, don't be so sure that you really do. A fast paced page turner. Highly recommend.

A polished author, a god basic story line- a deep undercover plant, sussing out domestic terrorism. By lying, manipulating and getting it over on the town, the hero does save the day. It is a fun story, and has fun characters.

Its a little obvious at the get go, but great to see the build up and the layers of the characters. What drives them and why, how people justify things, do the ends justify the means? It many cases, yes. But that takes a toll on basic trust.

A good ending and a satisfying read.

One perfect Lie is a terrific book. Lisa Scottoline hit it out of the park with this story. She delivers her plot as a curve ball, but then also as a fast ball. The reader has to be quick to catch all the twists and turns in the book. Without a doubt, this is her best book yet. It's riveting, sinister, revealing, and a fantastic read.

Lisa Scottoline always delivers a good story. This book is no exception with thriller of a suspenseful domestic terrorism scenario. Set outside Philadelphia, an undercover ATF agent settles into the community as a teacher and coach. How he affects the lives in the town is quite astounding. This story could be a true headline. It's well written and a page turner from the start. Having lived many years in Southern New Jersey I was quite familiar with the Philly setting. A great read for young adults and older readers.

First, thanks so much to Netgalley and St. Martin's press for allowing me to read this book and provide an honest review.

I love Lisa Scottoline's books and was thrilled to be given a chance to read her newest book, One Perfect Lie.

I won't reiterate the plot because you can read that anywhere. The first sentence brought me in; the first paragraph sucked me further. And then came Part II and bam!

Lisa Scottoline hit this one out of the park. (Baseball plays a part in the story. See what I did here?)

The story flowed well and I did not see the major twist coming. There was only one scene that I thought a little too contrived, but other than that it was a really great thriller that kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time, and I hated to put it down at all. I was thinking about the story when I wasn't reading it.

This was a fabulous read, and the only bad part was that it ended. If you love Lisa Scottoline books, this one is a must read.

Another winner for Lisa Scottoline! The perfect lie is a fun, fast paced mystery with numerous unexpected twists, and well developed characters. I couldn't put it down. I literally read it in one setting. highly recommended.

Chris is an imposter! As a teacher myself, I must say he epitomized all the things that mark him as a "creeper" in my book. I couldn't put it down. I had to maintain constant focus to figure out what he was up to. The characters are realistic and the situations play themselves out in a very realistic way for a small community, making it a bit uncomfortable for me at times. Things aren't always as they seem. Twists and turns keep things moving along until the ending hits you. Did I miss clues leading to this?

This book begs to be devoured so plan ahead, and pay attention to detail...those twists will sneak up on you.

Thanks to St. Martin's Press and NetGalley for allowing me an ebook version of this book to read in return for an unbiased review.

I was able to read this book in exchange for an honest review. As with all Lisa Scottoline books, I really enjoyed this one! It was very different than I expected, and part way through the book, I discovered, to my delight, that I was completely wrong in my thoughts about what was going on. This story kept me engaged, and the characters were very realistic. I highly recommend this book for those searching for a good action book.

I love Lisa Scottoline books and as soon as I saw this one offered on Net Galley I immediately requested it. I was very excited when I got approved.

At first I was not liking this Chris guy. He shows up to this high school pretending to be someone he's not. He's checking out these kids and sizing them up. Then he's thinking about the Oklahoma City bombings. I don't like him. Then the story goes on.

There is a lot of stuff going on in this book. This guy insinuates his self into these students lives and into the lives of the community. He tries to become their favorite teacher as well as their favorite coach. He tries to break up best friends. He pits them against each other. Your not really sure of his intentions.

You just know that someone somewhere is looking to reenact the Oklahoma City bombings and that for the book, the anniversary of that catastrophe is coming up. There is a lot of action and once everything is lined up for the reader, it becomes very hard to put this book down. So I suggest starting this book well before your bedtime. Fast paced and well worth the journey.

Thanks St. Martin's Press for approving my request and to Net Galley for providing me with a free e-galley in exchange for an honest review.

I have read every Lisa Scottoline book since discovering her as an author a few years ago. I was eagerly awaiting this one, and very happy to get an advanced copy. The author does a great job of keeping you guessing in this book, there are many twists and turns that leave you unsure of where the story is going and how it is going to be resolved. I really enjoyed learning about the different facets of the characters and I think that the author does a great job of allowing you into their lives and feelings so that you experience the events of the story as they are. This book did not disappoint and I would recommend this to anyone who is a general fiction/mystery fan.

Thank you Net Galley for the free ARC.

This was a suspenseful story and I feel I can't say much more without given the plot away. I have read several of Lisa Scottoline's stories and this one will maybe not be my favorite, but as usually, she builds up tension in the story because you know Chris is not a teacher, but you are unsure of what he really is.

I was given an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest and independent review.

It is not clear from the beginning where this story is going. However there are an excellent range of characters and a very perceptive view into the complex relationships between the boys themselves and the boys and their mothers.

All that is known about Chris from the start is that he is not who he says he is and is playing the role of coach to get involved with the boys. No spoiler alerts****.

A fast paced, exciting read which I really enjoyed. I have now read several books by this author and will definitely be reading others by her.
4.5****

Top notch book again! Lisa Scottoline never fails to disappoint me in her thrillers always managing to throw in at least one twist before the end of the book!

Lisa Scottoline knows how to catch the reader. It was very hard to put down this exciting, suspenseful book. It is set in a high school which has been infiltrated by this very conniving substitute teacher and coach. He seems to be using the likable boys, who have lost their fathers. All is not as it seems though and one races to find out what is happening in this great mystery.