I wasn't sure if I was going to like this one as it revolves around social media. Not one of my favorite tropes. But I'm happy to say I really enjoyed it. The characters were what I loved about this. So much drama that I could not put it down.

Everyone Is Lying to You is a fast-paced, twisty thriller that keeps you hooked from start to finish. It pulls the curtain back on Momfluencers, exposing the dark side of curated perfection, which feels even more sinister in the wake of the BallerinaFarm drama on TikTok. Lizzie and Bex are fascinating, complex characters, each bringing a sharp edge to the unfolding mystery. The book’s quick chapters and suspenseful storytelling make it impossible to put down. A thrilling and fun read that will leave you questioning everything.

This was my first time reading Jo Piazza but won't be my last. I was never quiet sure where this story was going and there was at least one twist I didn't see coming. I fully expect tradwife fiction to be a new genre going forward.

So fun and fast and thrilling - I was invested from the get-go. Lizzie is working for a struggling magazine when she gets a message from an old friend, Bex, asking how she's been. Bex has it all - beauty, children, husband, land, and an instagram following in the millions. Think Ballerina Farm. Bex invites her to a convention for influencer moms, and Lizzie dives into the culture both to write about for her magazine, and to catch up with her old friend. Things go awry when Bex's husband is found murdered and she goes missing. Lizzie must investigate to find out whether her friend needs to be saved... or convicted?
Piazza was likely inspired by Ballerina Farm - there's so many nods to Hannah Neeleman, from the age difference in the kids to the special oven, sourdough, farm work, and days spent in bed recovering from it all. I have to think that Megan Agnew's profile on Neeleman for The Times at least partially inspired Bex's character. At the same time though, Bex is an amalgamation of multiple real-life momfluencers and famous instagram accounts.
I really enjoyed this story, especially as someone who struggles with what to make of many of these momfluencers.
The publisher has asked that advanced reviews be kept spoiler free which I will do, with one caveat (sort-of spoiler ahead): comparing this to Gone Girl - which this book does on the cover - is the biggest spoiler and really gives away too much in my opinion. I prefer my reading experience spoiler-free, and that promotional blurb kind of ruined it.

As a semi-regular listener of Jo Piazza's excellent podcast, Under the Influence, I was VERY excited to finally read this book - and, I'm pleased to report that it did not dissapoint! If tradwife content is something you are even remotely aware of, this book will resonate with you. Jo knows these content creators in and out, and she spares little in skewering them. And, its a very satisfying murder mystery! This one definitely hit all of my sweet spots, and I'm guessing that it will for a lot of others as well. I'll be heartily recommending this one all summer!

This is a local author I've met and always read her work. A former journalist, she is incredibly smart and a jack-of-all-trades kind of person who is just plain interesting at everything she does. This particular novel of hers is a trad wives murder mystery. It's quick and compulsively readable, but don't expect your average thriller. This one is more of a dark comedy akin to The White Lotus. It's really over the top and exaggerates everything that influencing and trad wives are to create a thrilling narrative at the same time. It was a fun read!

A tradwife influencer, a murder, and a whole lot of secrets—Jo Piazza’s Everyone Is Lying to You had me completely hooked from the start.

When journalist Lizzie reconnects with her old college friend Bex—now Rebecca, a wildly successful influencer with a seemingly perfect life—she never expects to be pulled into a murder investigation. But when Rebecca’s husband is found brutally killed and she disappears without a trace, Lizzie is forced to untangle the truth behind the carefully curated facade. As she delves into the dark side of social media, she uncovers layers of jealousy, betrayal, and secrets that could prove deadly.

Piazza masterfully weaves a fast-paced, sharply written thriller that kept me flipping the pages. The twists are perfectly timed, the tension is palpable, and the social media commentary feels both timely and chilling. If you love thrillers with a side of influencer drama, this is the perfect summer read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read and review this book.

This book is engaging, timely, and interesting. While there is is a mystery and it’s a doozy what makes the book stand out is the foray into the momfluencer and tradwife trends that populate our social media feeds. The momfluencer conference backdrop serves as a window into issues of motherhood, patriarchy, sexism, and more. Strongly recommend.

I enjoyed this one, but I’m not sure how many more books about Instagram influencers we need. I didn’t fully buy into the storyline between Lizzie and Bex, two main characters. She really seemed to “jump” quickly and fly across the country to meet her — that seemed to be a bit far fetched. I also wish there was more time to develop their rekindled friendship. It was somewhat unbelievable that Lizzie would remain invested when things when awry.

4.5 out of 5 stars

Ugh, I loved this thriller. As a woman who has spent plenty of time scrolling Instagram comparing herself to other women and mothers, I totally relate to the premise. Lizzie is a somewhat struggling journalist whose best friend in college, Bex (now Rebecca), is a prairie wife momfluencer with a massive following- people love her ranch life and her 6 kids. Lizzie is shocked when Rebecca reaches out and invites her to write a story about a major announcement she’s planning at an upcoming influencer conference, particularly because Rebecca dropped her as a friend years ago with no real explanation. Lizzie agrees and chaos ensues.

Loved the strong female characters; even if they weren’t all necessarily good, I liked the hustle and grit. I also enjoyed the multiple perspectives. I found this to be quick read that kept me engaged until the end. My favorite line: “men have hobbies; women struggle to shower.” Will definitely be recommending this one!

Thanks to Penguin Group Dutton and NetGalley for the opportunity to read an advance copy of this novel!

This book is so on tread. I loved everything about this book. It was like peeling back an onion and looking inside the lives of influencers but seeing the real thing. This story was fast paced, there are some good twists, lots of drama, and of course the writing is sharp. This book is fun and thrilling. I always love Jo Piazza books and this one was so good!

Thank you to NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun and clever mystery based on social media, the “tradwife” trend, and how influencers lives aren’t always as they seem. Really enjoyed it.

I thought this was a fun idea for a domestic suspense story. The trad wife and influencer event combo was entertaining and I especially enjoyed the look at how the big influencers create their seemingly perfect lives on camera. (Sidenote, now I’m very curious about the fake home or rental kitchen for content - is this a real thing??)

This starts off fairly slow, but if you like influencer behind the scenes content like I do, you will still be invested in the plot. The story picks up and it becomes much faster paced in the second half. I was able to predict many aspects of the plot but still was entertained.

The MC was a tad dramatic in her thoughts and was a bit angsty. There were some repetitive aspects and a few clunky word choices and phrases… I’m still trying to figure out what a woman described as a drill sergeant dressed as a picnic table means 😂 There is a strong feminist message which I love, but it was a little too preachy for me. I tend to connect better to more subtle messaging.

Overall I really liked it. It’s a fun escapist popcorn thriller with a message and was a quick read. This comes out in July and would make a great poolside or beach read!

Thanks Dutton Books and NetGalley for the digital review copy!

Everyone Is Lying to You is one of those books that you're never really sure what you're getting into, and still it ends up 1000% better than you expected. From mommy bloggers to prairie dresses, this high-stakes trad-wife influencer thriller keeps you turning the pages until the unexpected and perfectly executed conclusion. #killerinfluencers

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced copy of Everyone Is Lying to You by Jo Piazza.

Everyone Is Lying to You is a delicious thriller. I really enjoyed the concept of looking behind the curtains at the real lives of tradwife influencers, and the facade they create. Couple that with murder and you've got yourself a great story.

I looooved this! It was the perfect thriller/mystery. I loved the plot, the characters, all of it. I’m a huge fan of The Sicilian Inheritsnxe book and podcast. This was so different, but amazing. Pre order now!

This was SUCH a fun and addicting read! I loved every minute of it.

Thank you NetGalley and Dutton for the ARC!

4.5 rounded up to 5 stars - Really, really enjoyed this one!

Wow, I really loved Everyone is Lying to You! This book was such a fun and unpredictable ride that had me hooked from the first page.

The story centers around Lizzie, a struggling writer, and Rebecca (or Bex, as Lizzie used to know her), a now-successful social media influencer who’s gone full "trad wife" and has a massive following. When Bex reaches out to Lizzie with the chance for an exclusive interview that could revive her career, it seems like a golden opportunity. But, of course, things get way more complicated and twisted from there.

What I really enjoyed were all the layers in the story. Each piece of the puzzle was revealed so perfectly, and the twists—wow—caught me totally off guard. There’s a lot going on beneath the surface, and it kept me guessing the whole time.

I also loved how the book brings in social media culture. There are tons of references to influencers, scandals, and the wild world of online fame. It felt so real and relatable, and it added a lot of depth to the story.

I've read standalone Jo Piazza books and both of the of Jo Piazza and Christine Price books- both of them are pretty much a must-read for me at this point. This book follows some family drama regarding some famous influencers, and was a page-turner for me. The drama! How much every single character was hiding! The characters! This book was such a fun read (if you can call a book about a murder "fun").

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

This book is like Ballerina Farm, MomTok and Gone Girl had a baby. Fun momfluencer thriller. Read this with your book club!

Rebecca Sommers is an influencer with millions of followers obsessed with her picture perfect ranch life with a beautiful husband and six precious kids.

Lizzie used to be her best friend in college but their friendship ended abruptly over a decade ago. Lizzie has been following along with her former wild bestie Bex’s rise to fame.

Lizzie is shocked one night when Bex DMs her inviting her out to the MomBomb Conference to write a feature about Bex.

Things aren’t always what they seem on social media and Lizzie gets a front row seat to the lies.

Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Group/Dutton for the ARC. Opinions are my own.This book is like Ballerina Farm, MomTok and Gone Girl had a baby. Fun momfluencer thriller. Read this with your book club!

Rebecca Sommers is an influencer with millions of followers obsessed with her picture perfect ranch life with a beautiful husband and six precious kids.

Lizzie used to be her best friend in college but their friendship ended abruptly over a decade ago. Lizzie has been following along with her former wild bestie Bex’s rise to fame.

Lizzie is shocked one night when Bex DMs her inviting her out to the MomBomb Conference to write a feature about Bex.

Things aren’t always what they seem on social media and Lizzie gets a front row seat to the lies.

Thanks to NetGalley and Penguin Group/Dutton for the ARC. Opinions are my own.