4.25⭐️
This book is definitely a well written page turner! There were so many twists, different storylines, and unexpected details that kept you hooked from the beginning until the end, trying to figure out what was happening and what was actually the truth. I also felt like the main character was relatable in her anxieties about motherhood and stressing about her children’s safety. Overall, this was very creative and original and I really enjoyed it. Thank you to Danielle Stewart, Bookouture, and NetGalley for the ARC in return for my honest review.

Dark thriller with many twists and turns. Secrets and lies torment and turn upside down a traditional family.

Three Little Lies by Lisa Pape is a gripping psychological thriller that had me hooked from the very first page. As a reader who loves a dark, twisty story, I can confidently say this one delivers on every level—intense emotion, shocking revelations, and a heart-racing plot that kept me on the edge of my seat until the final page.

In short, Three Little Lies is a superb, edge-of-your-seat thriller that will keep you up long past your bedtime. Highly recommend!

What a captivating, nerve wrenching emotional rollercoaster! I could not put “Three little lies” down if I wanted to! From the very first pages it kept me on my toes and kept me guessing what is going to happen next. I will absolutely check other books by Danielle Stewart as this book has opened something in me, unlocked emotions I didn’t know were humanly possible!

I rate my thrillers solely on if I figured out the plot twist and the vibes/pacing so keep that in mind.

I feel like the last few years have been let downs for thrillers but this gave me all the feelings I love about a domestic thriller- super fast pacing (I read this in one sitting), a rollercoaster of emotions, plot twists and the concept was so interesting.

Thankyou NetGalley & bookatoure for this arc copy.

At first I didn’t like the main character I felt like she was a lil over bearing and I think the deception of that worked so well
In this book, even though this book is fiction it highlights a lot of very factual talking topics throughout the book which I loved, it’s not your generic thriller book the twists was good, I would recommend this easy page turner book

Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the advanced reader copy. All opinions are my own:

I’d like to know how much time was spent on building this story line, because everything connects and by the end, every random little detail is addressed well.

My only slight drawback is that the twist starts pretty early at about halfway through, which I really enjoyed, BUT with the prologue being a big foreshadowing chapter, I assumed that part of the story would come later and got confused as to where the prologue fit into the story for a bit. I think this could’ve been addressed just by adding in a small portion of the prologue into the appropriate space in the story, rather than skipping past it for the reader to fill in. I did figure this out pretty quickly, so not a huge downside.

Very well-written thriller that you probably don’t want to read as you’re trying to go to sleep, because you won’t be able to put it down. I think every character in the book played a pretty major role in the story, so character development was very well written. The setting felt like it was painted really well and I could picture where we were in my mind.

The story forced angst on the reader from the start with the letters that Jo receives and also just the peculiar behaviors of a couple of the kids. It locks you in early so that you’re forced to keep reading to see what’s going on.

wow this book kept me hooked the whole time. it was such a good read and i highly recommend this book

I LOVED this book! Every chapter kept me guessing and then when I thought I had it figured out near the end! Bam! A twist I didn’t think about! Right after I finished this book I went and download another book by this author!

ARC BOOK REVIEW 📖

Name:Three little lies by Danielle Stewart
Publishing Date: March 13, 2025
Favorite Quote: "It's bothersome to me that my brain requires this much emotional extinguishing to the fires I set in there. I am the arson and the firefighter when it comes to the ebbs and flows of anxiety. Some days I can let that controlled burn do it's job and other days, I die in the smoke."

A must read! It is very rare for me to have a 'cant put down book' but wow was this one of them! First book I think I finished in a day.

Super well written and a plot I didn't see coming!

Original I was getting The Orphan vibes especially with the 'little incidents' but as I was nearing the end I was completely caught off guard!

Read this in one sitting! Surprise ending that did not disappoint.

Worth reading.

Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read and honestly review this book.

Thank you Netgalley and Publisher for providing me e-ARC of "Three Little Lies" in exchange for an honest review.
also Thank you Danielle for writing this mindblowing and addictive book.
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two words only: PAGE TURNER
The moment I started reading this I was hooked, it was gripping since the first chapter, and especially the first half of the book was literally so addictive that if I had a physical copy of this I would be devouring it tbh. The chapters were short, the writing was easy (not too complicated to focus on), characters were interesting. Everyone has their own story despite being a single POV, which I usually dislike, this was way too good.
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I got kind of distracted after the first half cause of personal reasons but i enjoyed it sm and it felt like such a great way to start the year. I would be highly recommending this on my social media platforms and looking forward to more of Danielle's writing.

Action packed, quick moving domestic thriller. Quick afternoon read. Kept me interested from beginning to end, even if I didn’t agree with the ending. I had a roller coaster of emotions reading this!

Jo, the seemingly perfect wife and mother, volunteers to take in teenage exchange student, Eden. Her daughter forms a bond with Eden, and problems soon arise. With tension mounting in the household, Eden goes missing. Jo’s husband Everett declares his innocence in her disappearance, but as the investigate progresses, Jo learns everyone has secrets.

Wow!! That was a great read!! A slow build up for the first bit but then I couldn’t put it down for the second half of the book! Fantastic, twisty read and I’ll definitely try more books by this author.

Three Little Lies is a gripping domestic thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. The story centers around a family who hosts an exchange student, but as secrets unravel, it becomes clear that everyone has something to hide. The plot is full of unexpected twists, which kept me on the edge of my seat. While none of the main characters were particularly likeable, I found the suspense and tension so engaging that it didn’t detract from my enjoyment. A few plot holes aside, this was an entertaining and thrilling read.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the advanced copy!

Three Little Lies grabbed my attention from the first chapter. The main character, Jo, is a stay at home mom caring for her 12 year old daughter and 8 year old son. Her husband, Everett, is away most of the time due to frequent travel with his CTO position.

Jo is well put together and manages her home and children solo. She’s struggling with her oldest, who is becoming increasingly difficult and moody. When a parent at her children’s school suggests Jo’s family hosts an exchange student from England, Jo thinks this is exactly what her daughter needs for a positive influence.

The adjustments are difficult when Eden, the 17 year old exchange student, arrives. Jo is very overprotective and runs the house rigidly and at times is stifling.

Their world falls apart when Eden goes missing one night. Jo and Everett both have secrets that they don’t want exposed. They’re trying desperately to keep things hidden while still trying to help find Eden.

I read this book in one day. It had a great pace and kept my interest throughout. I enjoyed the author’s writing style and look forward to reading other books written by her.

ARC Review: Three Little Lies by Danielle Stewart

As a mom of a preteen, this story was incredibly relatable right from the start, delving into the struggles of parenting an angsty middle schooler who wants to grow up a little too fast.. I really enjoyed how this donestic thriller unfolded in such a believable and engaging way from beginning to end. Even though I read a lot of thrillers, I couldn’t predict the ending—it was genius!

Danielle Stewart’s writing style reminded me of Frieda McFadden’s—it’s easy to read and grabs your attention immediately. However, this book stands out for being more heartwarming, delving into the lengths a mother will go to protect her children.

Don’t sleep on Danielle Stewart!!! If she keeps writing them like this she’s sure to be a bookstagram favorite in no time.

Loved it! ★★★★☆

A story about a wife and husband with two different secrets that would possibly destroy their family and marriage. The wife decide to house a foreign exchange student and the drama starts. A fast pace read that edges on implausibility.

The connection the author tried to make with the wife secret and how it impacted her actions was flawed.

The daughter/mother relationship was insufferable. The son didnt add anything to the storyline and he was forgotten towards the end of book.

Thank you netgallery or the ARC.

A fabulous story of secrets, self-preservation, and sacrifice, this book hooked me from the very first page. I devoured it in a single day, the tension practically leaping off the pages. I was constantly guessing who was keeping what secrets and eagerly anticipating how they would unravel.

The characters were wonderfully complex, but as most of the story is told through Jo's perspective, she stood out as the most relatable and layered. A fiercely protective mother, Jo valued control above all—but at what cost? She was painfully aware of her role in her internal struggles and knew that resolving them was a battle she had to fight alone. As she put it: "I'm the arson and the firefighter when it comes to the ebbs and flows of anxiety."

Each family member's lies were integral pieces of a larger puzzle. Watching these secrets unfold raised a compelling question: How would the family rebuild itself after such revelations? They came to realize that some circumstances in life were beyond their control, and while their coping mechanisms were flawed, there was hope. By striving to do the right thing, they found a way to rebuild and move forward.

The writing flowed beautifully, and the single narrator worked perfectly for this story. I also appreciated the brief changes in perspective toward the end, which wrapped up the narrative in a satisfying way. While the conclusion wasn’t happy for everyone, it was deeply impactful and true to the story's themes.

This was truly a page-turner, delving into the lengths we go to protect our loved ones and the far-reaching consequences of our choices. I loved every moment and can’t wait to explore more of this author’s work!

A huge thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of Three Little Lies. I could not stop thinking about what might happen next while reading this book. From the initial twists and turns of the life of an affluent family to the turmoil caused by decisions of the past, Danielle Stewart weaves a beautiful story of redemption and unforeseen understanding. The last twist I just did not see coming and I still can’t figure out how! It was beautiful to see a character as a mother dealing with anxiety issues that so many work through every day. Now I need to find myself more Danielle Stewart books!