Wow!! This book just blew me away. It easily stands head and shoulders about other thrillers based on secrets of the past shall we say. I dont want to give any spoilers but your jaw will be on the floor with some of the twists and the writing style will have you captivated. A must read

The latest standalone from crime author Victoria Selman comes All the Little Liars.

Much like her last book Truly Darkly Deeply, this one looks into the cost of obsession, the aftermath of trauma and the consequences of the choices we make.

There’s something about this story that just doesn’t feel quite finished, all of the bones are there and there’s some meaty twists but it just left me cold.

An absolute page turner! I flew through this story thinking I knew just where it was headed until the unexpected twisty turn that came about halfway through. There were lots of uncomfortable moments that took me back to my own angst and peer pressured teen days. Really enjoyed the writing style and humour peppered throughout, particularly the dynamic between young Finn (who is firecracker) and Dita. A solid mystery thriller. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is an absorbing read - I couldn't put it down. The characters are well developed and the dual timelines work well. The twists are breathtaking, making this an exciting murder mystery. This is the first novel by Victoria Selman that I have read and I am keen to read more of her work.

Thank you Netgalley and Quercus books for this ARC. All opinions are my own.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my copy of this book.

Kat (or Finn as she was previously) is struggling with a secret she is keeping. Back in 2003 a girl was murdered at turtle lake and Kat blames herself. What really happened though?

So hard to write this review without giving any spoilers! There is a massive twist about halfway through the book. This really makes the story! Lots of other ones too. A true thriller.

It’s written from the point of view of Kat, but tells the story back in the past, directly after the events of Turtle lake, and in the present day. It was really effective at building up the suspense. Genuinely struggled to put this book down.

Highly recommend.

Thanks NetGalley and publishers for the Arc of All the little liars by Victoria Selman.

Phew… what a thriller of a ride!! You will not want to put this down.

California, 2003
A thirteen-year-old girl disappears from a party at Carlsbad's Turtle Lake. Discovered on the trunk of a nearby cottonwood tree is the word, 'LIAR' graffitied in blood.
What you know . . .
Three teenagers went to the lake that night but only two came back. Later, they confess to murdering their friend. But did they really kill her? And if not, why say they did?

All the Little Liars by Victoria Selman is another absolutely brilliant book by this author, not that I was surprised as I have always loved her work. This particular story is told from two different timelines, where you think you know what is actually happening and then bang, the rules have changed and you are sitting there trying to get your head around what has just happened. I am not going to say anymore but those who have read the book will know exactly what I am speaking about. This then totally changes the narrative and we now have a whole new ball game, so darn good!

A great range of characters who ensure that you remain glued to the pages, lies, secrets, unhealthy relationships this one has it all. If you are wanting to do housework do not pick up this book first or those dirty floors etc will remain in the same condition, one you start reading that will be the end of your day. If I can still be surprised it means I really cannot recommend this one highly enough, five stars does not seem to do it justice.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an advanced copy of the book, all opinions are my own.

All The Little Liars is one of those books that’s hard to review without giving away major spoilers. And believe me when I say ‘to enjoy this book to the full, the less you know the more thrilling and shocking you will find it’. If you love a book that makes you question everything you read, then I might have just the book for you. Told across two timelines and tapping into a horrific crime. All the Little Liars is a novel about sisterly love and toxic friendship that asks: how much would you sacrifice to belong? Victoria Selman serves up a delicious concoction of dark secrets and stunning plot twists that will keep you captivated until the very last page.

The dual time line works perfectly as it deftly builds on the suspense and the tension as secrets are slowly but surely revealed. Kat narrates the story, with snippets from her sisters Izzy’s diary filling in the blanks. As the reader learns more, a feeling of dread begins to bubble away. The strength of this book is the attention to detail. I love how Victoria Selman explores the Psychology of Toxic Relationships and the devastating fallout that such friendships can bring. The author has created a mystery that’s fascinating and discomforting in equal measures.

There’s nothing more satisfying when you're reading a book and the author floors you with one of those ‘OMFG moments’. So much so I had to flip back through the pages and read them again to see how I missed those all important lies and half truths! Victoria Selman manipulates the reader at every turn of the page, so you are never sure what’s true, but it guarantees an exciting and nail biting read. All The Little Liars is a dark tale of toxic relationships, manipulation and deadly secrets. It’s a cracking read that’s superbly constructed, ingeniously paced and absolutely nail biting. Highly recommended.

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Victoria Selman delivers a gripping and suspenseful thriller with "All the Little Liars." Set in California in 2003, the story begins with the chilling disappearance of a thirteen-year-old girl from a party at Turtle Lake. The discovery of the word 'LIAR' in blood on a nearby tree only adds to the mystery.

Selman expertly weaves a tale of deception and secrets, as three teenagers confess to the murder of their friend. However, as the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that there is more to the story than meets the eye. The author skillfully keeps readers on the edge of their seats, questioning the truth and motivations of the characters.

"All the Little Liars" is a captivating and atmospheric thriller that explores the complexities of teenage friendships and the lengths people will go to protect their secrets. Selman's writing is sharp and evocative, immersing readers in the tense and mysterious world she has created.

With its twists and turns, this book keeps readers guessing until the very end. Victoria Selman's masterful storytelling and ability to keep readers engrossed make "All the Little Liars" a must-read for fans of gripping and suspenseful thrillers.

4 + stars


Well, that was quite the ride.
I was happily reading along, quite invested in it all, when a plot twist or two took me by surprise.
It made me doubt everything I thought I'd read. For this alone I'd recommend the book.
Characters I actually felt sympathy for, characters I'd happily slap, and situations I almost shed a tear over.
Such a good mix of emotions.
A most excellent read

All the Little Liars is an excellent thriller with a bit of mystery that I couldn't put down. There was so much drama going back and forth from the dual timelines which had me hooked. I really didn’t see any of the twists coming and with a great ending I will definitely be recommending this to all thriller fans.

All the Little Liars is a hooking and thrilling mystery that I couldn't put down. This is an incredibly suspenseful and engaging mystery and I loved the back and forth from the dual timelines, allowing secrets and the history to be revealed slowly. The ending was also amazing, you really don't see all the twists coming. I think this would be a big hit for fans of 'Pretty Little Liars' or 'One of Us Is Lying' and I highly recommend.