Black Lies

Alessandra Torre

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love triangle

suspenseful writing style

california elite social scene

unexpected twists

mental health

erotic romance

intricate character dynamics

inconsistent pacing

underdeveloped characters

'Black Lies' by Alessandra Torre is a captivating story that revolves around Layana and her relationships with two men, Brant and Lee. The plot unfolds as secrets are revealed, leading to unexpected twists and turns that keep readers on edge. The writing style is described as suspenseful, with clever techniques used to maintain reader interest and create a sense of mystery surrounding the characters and their motivations.

Characters:

The characters are often seen as underdeveloped, embodying typical archetypes without significant growth or nuance.

Writing/Prose:

The prose is straightforward but flawed, with inconsistencies in structure that detract from the overall reading experience.

Plot/Storyline:

The narrative features a central love triangle with surprising elements, engaging with mental health themes and intricate character dynamics.

Setting:

The backdrop of California's elite social scene adds a layer of complexity to the relationships and narrative.

Pacing:

The pacing is inconsistent; some readers felt it lagged after major revelations, affecting engagement.

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Notes:

The book features a love triangle involving a wealthy girl and two very different men.

The main character, Layana, comes from a privileged background and seeks independence at 25 when her trust fund becomes accessible.

One of the men, Brant, is a self-made billionaire with a mysterious past.

The narrative includes significant amounts of explicit sexual content, which some readers love while others find excessive.

There is a major twist that involves Layana discovering a shocking secret about Brant, altering her relationships significantly.

Readers report mixed feelings about the writing style, noting choppy sentences and wordiness as issues.

Some reviewers found the characters and their motivations unrealistic, with others saying they felt disconnected from Layana.

Despite its issues, many readers describe the plot as unique and engaging with clever suspense elements.

The book has been compared to 'romantic suspense' but with a twist on typical love triangle tropes.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include mental illness, infidelity, explicit sexual content, and themes of betrayal.

Has Romance?

Romance is a significant aspect of the story, featuring intense relationships and passionate encounters.

explicit steam level

From The Publisher:

Brant:

Became a tech billionaire by his twentieth birthday. Has been in a relationship with me for 3 years. Has proposed 4 times. Been rejected 4 times.

Lee:

Cuts grass when he's not banging housewives. Good with his hands, his mouth, and his body. Has been pursued relentlessly by me for almost 2 years, whether he knows it or not.

Go ahead. Judge me. You have no idea what my love entails.

If you think you've heard this story before, trust me-you haven't.

Ratings (4)

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Liked It (1)
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Reader Stats (15):

Read It (4)
Want To Read (8)
Not Interested (3)

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