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We Tell Lies

The twisty new psychological thriller from the bestselling author of Message Deleted

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We Tell Lies

By: K. L. Slater
Narrated by: Robin Laing, Sam Stafford, Alix Dunmore
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The gripping new twist-filled thriller from the bestselling author of Message Deleted

Emily is ready to leave the lies behind. Moving into a beautiful new home and finally with money in the bank, her partner Oliver has promised that they can put their life as con artists firmly in the past. They can relax, settle in, even do ordinary things like getting dinner with the couple next door.

But what if the couple next door is hiding something too?

Because on picture-perfect Orchard Lane, something is not right. Unsettling messages start to arrive. Emily becomes convinced someone is watching them. And then Oliver begins to behave strangely as well.

She wants to trust him. She wants to believe they’re in this together - especially if someone might know their darkest secrets.

But when murder comes to Orchard Lane, Emily realises she only knows one thing for sure about her husband.

He’s a very good liar…

© K. L. Slater 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026

 Domestic Thrillers Family Life Genre Fiction Mystery Psychological Thriller & Suspense Women Sleuths Marriage
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Critic reviews

Clever... One of the most startling denouements in recent crime fiction
Absolutely brilliant. Super pacy and very clever – I couldn’t guess the twists or the ending (Ruth Kelly)
-- PRAISE FOR K.L. SLATER
Just when you think you know exactly who did what, there is a twist to beat all twists
Full of secrets, lies and betrayal – it will keep you guessing right to the end
A triumph of clever plotting and sharp writing. A compelling thriller, masterfully executed
Brilliant, very clever . . . I absolutely recommend it
All stars
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Completed in 4 days gripping and recommend.
I’m up to date with all KLSlater books so couldn’t wait for this one

Gripping

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Hooked from the beginning. I tried to space it out but just couldn’t! Thoroughly enjoyed it and gutted it had to end.

Wow

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I really enjoy every book by this author, she really knows how to write a great thriller. Highly recommend all of her titles, and this latest one is no exception!

Gripping

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I shouldn’t of listened to this straight after Sally Hepworth’s Mad Mabel which was outstanding , I did listen until the end although I had guessed the twists, the female narrator was superb but the male narrator was a bit too dramatic for a 15yr old boy, I loved hearing a bit of Claire Corbett in the mix though! Worth a listen though.

Ok

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I have listened to all of this author books.
This is by far the best one.
Hope she writes more books.

Excellent!

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