Tami Hoag's "Bad Liar" is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the complexities of human nature and the dark secrets we hide. The story centers around Detective Nick Fourcade and his partner, Detective Annie Broussard, as they investigate the brutal murder of a wealthy family. The plot thickens with twists and turns, revealing layers of deceit and manipulation that keep the reader on the edge of their seat. Hoag masterfully creates a chilling atmosphere, drawing readers into the world of the investigators and the intricate web of lies they must untangle.

Hoag's character development is a standout feature of "Bad Liar." Detective Nick Fourcade is portrayed as a deeply flawed yet compelling protagonist, whose personal demons add depth to his character. His partner, Annie Broussard, is equally well-crafted, offering a strong and empathetic counterbalance to Nick's intensity. The dynamic between the two detectives is one of the novel's highlights, providing both tension and moments of genuine connection. Hoag's ability to create multi-dimensional characters ensures that readers are invested in their journey from start to finish.

The novel's pacing is expertly handled, with Hoag skillfully building suspense and delivering shocks at just the right moments. Her writing style is both engaging and accessible, making "Bad Liar" a fast-paced read that is hard to put down. The intricate plot, combined with well-drawn characters and a compelling narrative, makes "Bad Liar" a standout in the thriller genre. Tami Hoag has once again proven her talent for crafting a story that is as emotionally resonant as it is thrilling, making this book a must-read for fans of psychological suspense.

I didn't realize this was a part of series however, I had no trouble digging into this thriller. The character development was done very well. The missing men all have their own secrets which are eventually revealed. A good read thank you Netgalley for this ARC..

Thank you to NetGalley and PENGUIN GROUP Dutton. It has been a minute since I have enjoyed a Tami Hoag book and it was nice to get back into it. This is the third book of the series however it did fine as a stand alone. I have not read the other two but will likely go back to read those. Some aspects of the book were fairly predictable and some weren't. Enjoyed the ride nonetheless. Well done!!!

This thriller takes you to the best and worst of a community and a lot of in between. Two men are missing--one an addict and one--a husband with a wife and baby. What ties the two cases together? Who is the dead man that the police discover? The author does a fantastic job with character development. You care about the abused wife. You care about the drunken construction worker. And you care about the police investigators searching for the truth. Small towns have lots of secrets, and in this story secrets are revealed. Story shows that pain comes to both the haves and the have nots. Thanks to NetGalley for the arc. A very good read.

As the next title in the Broussard & Fourcade series by Hoag, I have been waiting for years to read this. Annie Broussard is heading back to work for the first time since the traumatic events in The Boy, released in 2018. Not sure how she will function with the PTSD, she is stopping by Human Resources when she comes upon a woman fallen to the floor, crying and screaming for help in front of the Sheriff’s receptionist. She is begging to speak with the Sheriff. Annie tries to comfort her and brings her to a room to hear why B’Lynn Fontenot needs their help.

Meanwhile, Annie’s husband and supervisor, Nick Fourcade has been called to the scene of a John Doe, found off a dirt road with his face blown off by a shotgun. The only clue is a business card with an amount of money written on the back. Following this clue takes him to a local business, where the owner’s son hasn’t been seen for days. Unsure of the identity of the body, Nick can’t release information, but the owner and her son seem convinced the body must be that of Mark Mercier, former hometown hero and football star.

B’Lynn hasn’t seen or heard from her son Robbie, a recovering addict, in 8 days. Having fought the addiction battle for over 10 years, she understands how the police view the situation, but she insists that this time he was succeeding. He had a job, and a house, and was going to the counseling sessions. They communicated every day to keep communication open and for emotional support. So Annie is searching for Robbie Fontenot, because the local police never filed a report or did any kind of research. She is stepping on their toes, but she is more interested in finding Robbie than hurt feelings.

Two missing men, one unidentified body, and a whole lot of details that aren’t adding up, along with hometown histories that can turn someone into a Bad Liar.

I have always loved reading a book by Tami Hoag, which is why I was so disappointed in this novel. None of the characters seemed realistic to me. Several were caricatures. The story did not interest me, and I struggled to finish the book.

Swamp and bayou make for another gruesome but thrilling story of murder and mayhem.
Asst Chief Nick Fourcade and his wife and detective, Annie Broussard are back working a troubling case of a corpse found with his face blown off and 2 missing men from the area.
Is it one of them? The rich boy-man Robbie Fontenant or the not so rich boy-man Marc Mercier?
Both are missing and both were involved on the seedy side of small town life.
Very well written with interesting characters and intriguing back stories of the missing men and their families.
Annie is just returning to the job after an attack that sidelined her with rehab and recuperation and Nick is torn between being her boss and her husband as he finds it difficult letting her do her job and wanting to keep her low key on the job.
The story is thrilling & pulls you right in and as in most Hoag stories, the characters are amazingly easy to read.
Next up for Nick and Annie???

Thank you to NetGalley for this free copy in exchange for an honest review. I enjoyed this murder mystery. It was well written and kept me engaged until the very end. I also appreciated the setting in New Orleans along with some local dialect added in. The ending was good but overall, the violence and the family drama was very sad.

Bad Liar
by Tami Hoag
Pub Date: September 24, 2024
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
Masterful #1 New York Times bestselling author Tami Hoag is back with a riveting, emotionally powerful new thriller!

Small-town labels are hard to shake. Hometown hero. Fallen angel. Can anyone ever escape their past?
Bad Liar is the third book in the Broussard and Fourcade series, and these books get better and better.

A body is found that is impossible to identify due to a shotgun blast to the face. As Detective Nick Fourcade investigates this gruesome murder, Detective Annie Broussard simultaneously investigates the whereabouts of a drug-addicted man when his mother insists that he’s well and truly missing, not just off getting high. After every lead turns up a dead end, both detectives begin to wonder if their cases might intersect.

This whodunnit has more questions than answers but ties up perfectly in the end. I’m looking forward to the next book in the series.

I didn’t realize Bad Liar was part of a series but I was able to follow along. Great read! I’m already looking for more books by Tami Hoag!

Bad Liar
Broussard and Fourcade #3
Tami Hoag
When I see a book with the name Tami Hoag as the author, I know I have a winner. Her fans are glad she is back in the saddle both metaphorically and literally. I remember the first 2 books I read by author Tami Hoag, Ashes to Ashes and Dust to Dust. I was hooked! Tami Hoag is a talent writer.
This is the third book in the Broussard and Fourcade series. This book picks up a few months after the 2nd book, The Boy. If you are unfamiliar with the series, Broussard and Fourcade are a married couple, and both are detectives. Annie has returned to duty. Nick is now the head of the detectives and Gus is back as the boss.
A body was found on an isolated rural road. The blast from a shotgun has obliterated the face and hands. Nick Fourcade is on the case. Marc Mercier went on a hunting trip but hasn’t returned. Could the body be his? Annie has returned to work and her first day promises to be busy. Robbie Fontenot is missing. Could the body be his?
Nick’s character has matured. He still has his Cajun accent and spicy personality, but he seems a bit calmer and more levelheaded. Annie has grown more cautious. The descriptions are wonderfully done. I could see the areas, buildings and businesses. The plot is strong on police procedural.
Thank you NetGalley for providing a review copy.

I didn't realize this was part of a series but it worked great as a stand alone. This was a good thriller that kept me guessing. I enjoyed the main characters. It has a bit of a slow go but it definitely picked up. I received an advanced readers copy and all opinions are my own.

Tami Hoag is a master plotter and has been since her first book. There are never any holes and each plot point weaves together seamlessly. Bad Liar is an exploration into violence and the mystery behind the murder and it was impossible to put down.

I didn’t realize that this book was part of a series but that didn’t affect the story. It’s stand alone and it’s a good one. I enjoyed this read! Tami Hoag has a way of giving you just enough but not quite everything which I enjoy in a book. It kept me coming back to hear more. The story twists and turns and is ultimately super sad. Great character development. There are triggers in this book including domestic violence, murder and dysfunctional family relationships. My first Tami Hoag read and certainly not my last. Highly recommend if you enjoy suspense and crime stories.

Tammy Hoag has done it again. I absolutely fell in love with this book and couldn’t put it down, just like the other books I have read by this author. Thank you to NetGalley for approving me for this e-copy for my honest review. I loved the storyline, plot, and the characters in this book. You can never go wrong with Annie and Nick as your detectives. I love the who
Done it banter. This is a five star book for me and I would definitely buy this authors work again. She is an auto buy author for me.

I was glad to see a book by Tami Haag, it has been a while since a new one has been published. I love dark and twisty mysteries and Bad Liar fit the bill. I did not see the end coming. That said, this book started so slow. So very slow. I almost stopped reading several times and I was 60% through the book before things started happening. The first half of the book was introduction and development of the characters. There was a lot of driving around and talking to people and not much else. The second half of the book drew me in and I read quickly to the end to find the identity of the victims and suspects. I'll read more Tami Hoag for sure but this is not a favorite of her books.

Bad Liar by Tami Hoag is a gripping thriller that plunges readers into the murky depths of small-town secrets and sinister mysteries. Detectives Nick Fourcade and Annie Broussard are thrust into two seemingly unrelated cases—a brutal murder with no clear identity and the disappearance of a hometown hero. As they delve deeper, Hoag masterfully unravels a web of deception, weaving together old grudges, hidden motives, and unexpected connections that keep the pages turning. With atmospheric prose and relentless suspense, Bad Liar explores the dark underbelly of Louisiana's swamplands, where every character harbors secrets that could prove deadly. Hoag's intricate plotting and sharp characterizations make this a must-read for fans of gritty crime fiction and unpredictable twists

Thank you to the author, Netgalley and the publisher for an arc in exchange for an honest review.

Tami Hoag is a must read author for me. I really enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and kept me turning pages until the very end.

Two missing people and an unidentifiable dead body in a small Louisiana town. After reading this, I realized it was part of a series, however I found it to be a good independent story. The setting of the Louisiana bayou lends an atmosphere of drama and darkness to this police investigation. i enjoyed the author’s use of just the right amount of description. The main characters are a woman detective who is married to her detective boss. Each is conducting a separate investigation into the missing people however as their investigations intertwine and twist together and apart in this novel. I did find the story dragged in place but it intrigued me to keep reading. The author provided some personally probing thoughts about life and its meaning, what parenting entailed and choices we make. I felt the ending was well done and pulled all the pieces together well.

I do want a potential reader to know that part of the story deals with an abusive relationship.

Thank you to the author, netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

I am so happy.these wonderful people are back.
Thank you for the opportunity
Excellent Excellent book..