The Lies She Told by Leila Kirkconnell
Mirna must take her three-year-old and leave her husband’s abuse, no matter the cost: lies, cheating, and even betrayal. On the run lasts less than a day when the headline screams her husband’s murder, and her lover, Jon, the son of a prominent DA and a deputy sheriff, has confessed to killing him.
She returns to town to embrace her newfound freedom, but her hopes are short-lived. Dogged by her secrets and hounded by the sheriff, Mirna’s window for the future narrows.
Self-Pub Man’s Recommendation
Buckle up, indie book lovers, because “The Lies She Told” by Leila Kirkconnell is a gripping tale that will have you on the edge of your seat from start to finish!
From the moment we meet Mirna, a woman desperate to escape her abusive husband with her young child, we’re pulled into a world of secrets, betrayal, and the lengths one will go to protect those they love. Kirkconnell masterfully weaves a web of lies and deceit that keeps us guessing at every turn, never quite sure who to trust or what to believe.
Just when Mirna thinks she’s found a glimmer of hope in her lover Jon, the son of a prominent DA and a deputy sheriff, her world is shattered by the news of her husband’s murder and Jon’s confession. But as Mirna returns to embrace her newfound freedom, she quickly realizes that her troubles are far from over. With the sheriff hot on her heels and her secrets threatening to unravel, Mirna must navigate a treacherous path to secure her future and protect those she holds dear.
What I love about “The Lies She Told” is how Kirkconnell keeps us on our toes, constantly questioning the motives and loyalties of each character. The twists and turns are both shocking and satisfying, leaving us breathless as we race towards the explosive conclusion. Kirkconnell’s writing is sharp and emotive, painting a vivid picture of a woman caught in a tangled web of her own making, fighting tooth and nail for a chance at a better life.
