Devious Little Liars by Elle Thorpe is a gripping story set in Saint View High, following the main character Lacey as she navigates through mysteries, secrets, and unexpected twists. The writing style is fast-paced, steamy, mysterious, and emotional, with likable characters and an interesting plot that keeps readers invested until the end. The story revolves around the social elite of the school mingling with the elite of the streets, discovering that money isn't everything and that feelings are real, leading to a series of unexpected events and revelations.

Characters:

The characters are diverse and well-developed, with the main character showing resilience and relatability while relationships evolve dynamically.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style is concise and engaging, avoiding excessive inner dialogue while effectively portraying emotions and character relationships.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot follows a typical bully romance structure with elements of betrayal, relationship development, and a mix of mystery and revenge in a high school setting.

Setting:

The setting is a high school that contrasts social elite dynamics with street influences, focusing on themes of privilege and personal conflict.

Pacing:

The pacing is fast, maintaining reader engagement and excitement throughout the story while leading into the next installment.

Notes:

Devious Little Liars is set in a high school and involves a reverse harem and a murder mystery.

The main character, Lacey, has a wealthy background but doesn’t come off as snobby.

Lacey's character explores themes of grief after her uncle's death.

The book ends with a cliffhanger that keeps readers eager for the next installment.

The story has elements of betrayal and revenge, specifically in Book 1.

Narrator Kasi Hollowell is highly praised for her performance, especially in portraying emotional scenes.

Readers appreciate the fast-paced, steamy nature of the book without excessive inner dialogue.

Fans have a soft spot for the character Banjo, who is described as sweet and surprising.

The series includes hints of voyeurism and brewing romance among the characters.

The book mixes humor, angst, and emotional depth, making it engaging for readers.

One reader highlighted that the cover model fits Colt's character perfectly, enhancing the visual and thematic appeal.

The author Elle Thorpe is gaining recognition for her captivating writing style in the genre.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Medium content warnings due to themes of betrayal, emotional anguish, and darker elements related to the murder investigation.

Has Romance?

The romance aspect is prominent, incorporating elements of attraction, tension, and complex relationships.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

He murdered my uncle then covered it with fire. A fire that should have killed me, too. Instead, he hauled me from the floor while flames licked the walls, strong arms holding me close.

He saved my life.

Now I want to know why. I never saw his face. All I know is the letters on his shirt. SVH.

Saint View High.

The worst school in a hundred miles. Full of drugs and despair. Breeding ground for future criminals. Armed security guards and weapon checks at every door.

A far cry from my privileged life of money, private school, and fancy vacations.

With the police doing nothing, I take matters into my own hands. I enroll in a school I have no business being at.

But the Untouchables are quick to let me know exactly how big a mistake I've made. They're the group of boys even the teachers are scared of.

Colt. Banjo. Rafe.

Every teenage girl's dream. Good looking. Popular. Powerful.

And determined to break me.

Thing is, I'm not that easily broken. And I'm coming for them, too.

Devious Little Liars is the story of three bad boys and a girl who knows how to stand her ground. It is a mature high school/new adult, #whychoose romance, meaning the main character has more than one love interest. This book contains enemies-to-lovers and bullying themes. It is the first book in a complete trilogy.

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