Listen For the Lie by Amy Tintera is a fantastic thriller about a woman who has no memory of a crime everyone thinks she committed: the brutal murder of her best friend. A podcaster chooses her case as the subject of his second season and together they attempt to solve the mystery once and for all. The story is plot driven and a fast read. The narrator is snarky and sarcastic and the product of her very snarky grandma. I loved the pace and the sarcasm and look forward to future books by this author.

I really liked this.
I'm really starting to like thrillers that include podcasts. I like how they tell part of the story because it makes it more interesting. It's not just endless paragraphs giving the background information.
I really liked Lucy, the main character. Everyone accused her of murdering her best friend and she played into it, even though she had no memory of the night it happened. She was sarcastic and Witty. One thing I didn't like was that she let men treat her poorly. When men tried to kiss her, she just waited until they were done instead of telling them to stop. It did partially work to her benefit, but it also felt icky to me. No woman should have to do with that.
I also liked her grandmother. She always believed in her granddaughter and she was living her best life!
Ben was an interesting character as well. It would have been interesting to hear his POV as well.
This story didn't have alot of twists and turns. It was more just trying to figure out who did it with all of the information given and it could have been anyone.
I would definitely reccomend this!

I found this to be a solid thriller and I really enjoyed the audio version switching between Lucy’s inner thoughts and Ben’s podcast. I did get a little annoyed by the extra voice in Lucy’s head but I’m glad there ended up being an explanation for it that wasn’t mental illness related.

Every single person in this town got around or assumed everyone was getting around or spread rumors about how everyone was getting around and it really took me back to my small town roots!

However, I am pretty sure that if you listen for the lie you’ll find it very early on when Ben mentions on his podcast that the Austin airport does not have a Starbucks or a McDonald’s and only serves local Austin fare. As an Austinite who has made the (poor) choice to purchase a Starbucks coffee after surviving a bustling security checkpoint I’m afraid that just isn’t true quite yet. But we’re getting there!

Nonetheless this was a fun read and I definitely recommend grabbing the audio so you get the true crime podcast feeling.

Laugh-out-loud funny doesn’t typically go hand in hand with a dark ass murder mystery, but it sure as hell works here 🎧

While I have a few reservations with the whodunnit (DM me if you want to discuss), overall this was super entertaining and funny, and a definite page-turner. 📖

👉 Main things to know:
• About a true crime podcast 🎙️
• The MC may have murdered her best friend…if only she could remember that night 👀
• Small town vibes (lots of secrets) 🤫
• Plenty of dark humor 💀

P.S. This cracked me up, if you need another reason to read: “There is no better way to command attention than to tell the worst fucking story in the world.”

What an amazing read. Hard to put this book down and truly enjoyed the authors writing. I couldn’t wait to find out what truly happened to Savvy. I enjoyed Lucy as a character, Savvy and grandma. I definitely want to check out more of the authors books in the future. This was a 5 star read for me.

I really enjoyed this fast-paced thriller. I was kept in suspense the entire time, and wasn't sure who really killed Savvy. I loved Lucy's quick wit and sarcasm, and her complicated relationship with Ben, the podcaster highlighting her story. The small town setting and soap opera-like drama kept the pages flowing.

I ended up purchasing this book from BOTM because it was getting a ton of hype and I had not read it on here yet. I kind of wish I had picked something else because overall this book is so average, I feel like I did not read the same book as everyone else. The writing was easy to get into, but the ending absolutely ruined any shreds of liking I had left for this book. I appreciate getting a copy here, but I think I could have just never read this book and been satisfied.

I loved every second of this book. It was so much fun to read. Hilarious usually isn’t my first choice in describing a thriller that I loved but here we are. The sarcasm and dark humor from our female MC is what hooked me and had me turning pages at a rapid pace.

Lucy is found wandering the streets alone covered in her best friend’s blood. Is Lucy a fellow victim or the only suspect in her best friends murder? She can’t remember anything about that night. While there’s never been any evidence charge her with murder everyone thinks she’s done it. Ben Owens, host of the hit true crime podcast “Listen For The Lie” decides to investigate and so the story begins.

I really loved the alternating chapters between the main story line and the podcast episodes. This is the perfect read for any thriller lover.


Fast Paced
Short Chapters
True Crime/ Podcast Investigations
Sarcastic, witty, dark humor
Small town *everyone has a secret* vibes

“Men don’t protect us, not really. They only protect themselves, or each other. The only thing men ever protected me from was happiness.”

There were some moments in this book that had me totally sucked in. But most of it just didn’t. Nothing happened. Nothing was established or solved until the last 10%. In most books we get little bread crumbs along the way. I had no idea whodunit or what was happening because there was so much repetition. But the one thing I did get out of it was how much I loved Lucy’s grandmother.

I’ve seen reviews that say this book will be the next big one, but it wasn’t, not for me. Maybe skip this one if you’re not into podcasts or a very, very, very slow burn.

Special thanks to NetGalley, Celadon Books and Author Amy Tintera for advance copy for honest review.

Lucy and Savvy are ride or die friends to the very end. Well they didn't start off that way. Lucy back in her hometown of Plumpton for her fabulous grandma's 80th birthday. She realized she has been lured here. She has lost her memory of that horrible night five years ago, where she was wondering through the forest bloody and hurt. They later found her friend Savvy's body back in the woods. The problem lies with her memory of that night and how she can't remember a thing. The town has already turned against her and believes she killed Savvy and they are reluctant to change their minds. Why would she kill her best friend, her protector? Well wouldn't you know, Ben Owens, the Listen for the Lie Podcaster, which is heard by many, is in town to see if he can get to the bottom of what really happened on that night five years ago. Well Ben is persistent and does get some good inside with most of the small town coming forward. He uncovers some truths but not everything adds up. With Lucy still at a loss, they relive what they can of that night, and it hits her, her memory comes back. This is where the twists come, trying to find out whodunnit in the end! 4 stars, recommend! Also a BOTM pick.

I am a sucker for a good thriller. This one had me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I loved to podcast aspect with Ben and Lucy was an excellently written character. If you love true crime podcasts, this is right up your alley!

I didn't want this book to end.

Lucy's best friend Savvy died five years ago. Lucy and Savvy left a wedding together .Savvy was found dead and Lucy was found covered in her blood, wandering down a back road with head trauma and no memory of the night. The girls' hometown of Plumpton, Texas, has decided Lucy is guilty, and she moved away shortly after the murder. Ben Owens, a true crime podcaster is investigating Savvy's murder and Lucy's grandmother lures Lucy back to Plumpton, hoping she will work with Ben to find the real murderer.

I loved Lucy. She was so snarky and interesting and both her and Savvy felt like real people. All the characters in Listen for the Lie felt well-crafted though, and the story just rushed by. I hope this isn't the end for Lucy and Ben because I want to hear more of their stories and I'd love a Savvy prequel too. I'd actually read a book about any of the characters--Nina, Beverly, Matt, whoever. Just give me more Amy Tintera!

Absolutely loved this book. Never knew where it was going. Really enjoyed the personalities of everyone and the development of the characters through this story.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Genre: 🕵️‍♂️Mystery
Recommend:✅

As someone whose two hobbies are reading books and listening to podcasts, “Listen for the Lie” was the perfect book for me and I absolutely ate up every word. There was murder, sex, intrigue and tall handsome men. What else could you ask for?

Lucy is living in LA after fleeing her Texas hometown, where she was accused of murdering her best friend. When a popular true crime podcaster, Ben, takes up her case, they end up trying to solve the mystery together.

I loved the format of this one. The first person narration from Lucy is mixed with transcripts from Ben’s podcast. It gives so many different viewpoints and details without having to constantly switch perspectives or use third person narration. I particularly enjoyed the way it gave all the tertiary characters ways to give their options and theories about the murder.

You’ll love this book if you love:
✅True Crime
✅Podcasts
✅Twisted Narrators

Well, this is definitely a book being seen everywhere right now. I was curious and appreciated receiving a DRC from Celadon Books. I ended up both reading and listening to it and found that listening really fit the format of the book. Plus, the narrator did a terrific job with the different characters.

I really got into the book initially and found the peeling of the onion of this mystery to be well done. It kept giving just enough information to keep me guessing as to who may be responsible and what was really going on in Lucy’s life at the time. However, I struggled with Lucy as the story went on and the decisions she was making.

And there was one thread of the story that just really bothered me. I found myself frustrated as to why this thread was added. It also made me question some of the characters motivations. In the end, I’m glad I read/listened to the book. It definitely entertained me but I don’t suspect it will stay with me.

Five years ago Lucy Chase left her hometown of Plumpton, Texas, after she being accused of the murder of her best friend Savvy. She is now returning for her grandmothers birthday party and knows she will have to deal with some of her past demons, also the looks and whispers of her former hometown.
Lucy has no memories of the murder . All she knows is what she was told, she was found wandering the streets and, and covered in Savvy’s blood. She was locked up by a truck driver. Deep down she’s wants to uncover the truth of happened as much as everyone else that night and the events still haunt her.
Enter Ben Owens, he’s a true crime podcaster of his famous podcast “Listen for the Lie” and he’s determined to figure out if Lucy really did kill Savvy. He’s now in Plumpton and he begins interviewing everyone in town and looking at everyone’s dirty secrets. He’s left wondering Did Lucy really kill her best friend or is she a victim and being wrongly accused?
Ben soon convinces Lucy to join him in on the podcast. Through many interviews with the local residents, the past witnesses on the fateful night , and helping Lucy to recall her memory loss, they both are soon able to start uncovering some new evidence which leads them down the path to reveal the dark truth that will shock you. The story is told through Lucy’s POV and segments of the podcast, I loved this. The author did a clever job leaving you wanting more with each podcast segment! I can tell this will be a hit among thriller lovers!!

Thank you Celadon Books and NetGalley for my eARC. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

In this book we're following Lucy as she works with Ben, host of hit true crime podcast Listen for the Lie, to figure out who killed her best friend Savvy and clear her own name.

I really enjoyed this book and the way it was written. I liked that it was a mix of podcast, flashback, and present day because I think this really helped to tell the story. I was super invested in the characters and their lives, and I love that they all had a motive or opportunity because it left me wanting more.

I flew threw this one and the ending was definitely rewarding. I highly recommend this one! Can't wait to see what Amy Tintera comes out with next!

This may sound odd- but what a fun thriller this was! The many twists and turns kept me up way past my bedtime to find out what actually happened to Savannah.

I liked that after Lucy’s parts, the next “Listen for the Lie” podcast chapter (Ben) would almost always answer any questions that I was left asking. For someone that likes immediate answers, this was a plus for sure. I found myself completely relating the the sarcastic and snarky main character, Lucy. And man her Grandmother absolutely stole the whole book. Thank you NetGalley and Macmillan for the ARC. 4.75/5 ⭐️

So good. If you are into true-crime podcasts (think Serial), this one is for you. Lucy has no memory of the night her best friend Savvy was murdered--but all eyes are on her. While she isn't found technically guilty, she's guilty in the public opinion. When she decides to answer the call from the podcaster, Ben, the answers start coming to light. And it's not in anyone's interest for this to happen. Highly recommended.

Thank you to Celadon Books for my arc!

I'm reviewing this a bit late but this was a wild ride! There were times when i thought i knew how the story was going to end and then something would happen and it would come out of left field. I questioned everything as i was reading and with an opening line that made me laugh. I highly recommend Listen for the Lie