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Liar's Girl
Liar's Girl | Catherine Ryan Howard
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Will Hurley was an attractive, charming, and impressive student at Dublin's elite St. John's College-and Ireland's most prolific serial killer. Having stalked his four young victims, he drowned them in the muddy waters of the Grand Canal. Sentenced to life imprisonment when he was just nineteen, Will is locked away in the city's Central Psychiatric Hospital.Freshman Alison Smith moved to the Big Smoke to enroll in St. John's and soon fell hard for Will Hurley. Her world bloomed ... and then imploded when Liz, her best friend, became the latest victim of the Canal Killer-and the Canal Killer turned out to be the boy who'd been sleeping in her bed. Alison fled to the Netherlands, changed her name, and, in ten years, has never once looked back.When a young woman's body is found in the Grand Canal, Garda detectives visit Will to see if he can assist them in solving what looks like a copycat killing. Instead, Will tells them he has something new to confess-but there's only one person he's prepared to confess it to.The last thing Alison wants is to be pulled back into the past she's worked so hard to leave behind. Reluctantly, she returns to the city she hasn't set foot in for more than a decade to face the man who murdered the woman she was supposed to become.Only to discover that, until now, Will has left out the worst part of all ...
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ChelseaM6010
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This was my first Catherine Ryan Howard book and it did not disappoint! This book is centered around a serial killer‘s (ex) girlfriend named Alison. The majority of the book is told from her perspective—from the past and the present. I found it to be very engaging and liked the short chapters.

This was my #TBRTarot pick for February. (Choose a book whose author‘s first name begins with C)

CBee Looking forward to this one! 9mo
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MallenNC
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I only discovered Catherine Ryan Howard about a year ago, but now with this one finished I‘ve already read all her books. She always does something clever with her stories. I enjoyed this but it didn‘t displace 56 Days and Rewind as my favorites.

This was my #DoubleSpin for Feb.

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 2y
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Hooked_on_books
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Alison fled to the Netherlands 10 years ago after someone in her life was implicated in a series of murders in Dublin. But now the Garda are asking for her help when similar killings start happening. I enjoyed this CRH backlist book, though I think some of her more recent ones are a bit better. But don‘t read the publisher‘s description—it completely spoils the book.

BarbaraBB I‘m very willing to read her backlist! 2y
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ICantImReading
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An engaging, slow-burn psychological thriller with a good twist at the end! This is my third book by this author - “56 Days” is my favorite! She reliably delivers mysteries with a creepy atmosphere and a clever plot. 🎧

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Eggbeater
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I've read three of Catherine Ryan Howard's Irish thrillers and really found each of them compelling. I am looking forward to more.

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Kappadeemom
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Will Hurley is Ireland‘s most famous serial killer and although he is in prison, someone is killing women as a copy cat.

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Nalbuque
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I was fairly invested in the story, but now that it‘s over this book almost feels like a so-so. I think maybe bc this is not rly my genre. Serial killer-detective-victim plots are always a bit repetitive to me, tho I will say this was well written and well thought out, which many aren‘t. If crime novels are your thing, defo go for it.

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eanderson
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September pick #12booksof2021 another Catherine Ryan Howard and another reason why I‘m now a big fan of hers. 😊

Andrew65 I need to read this author. 3y
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swishandflick
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For some reason I'm just in the mood for easy thrillers right now, and this fit the bill. After her college boyfriend confessed to killing 5 girls ten years ago, she shut herself off from the world. But now, new girls are being murdered with a similar MO. Is it a copycat killer or has he been innocent all along? I was compelled to keep turning the pages and definitely entertained!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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MicheleinPhilly
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Thanks again Elisabeth for giving me a boost onto the Catherine Ryan Howard bandwagon. A very compelling and entertaining thriller. I‘m looking forward to tackling her others.

eanderson You‘re welcome!!! 😀 3y
LeahBergen Dang! Must buy this one soon. 👍🏻 3y
vivastory This is one of the few by her that I haven't read. I think that her publishers should send us on Litsy some swag, considering the boost in sales we've given her this yr 😅 (edited) 3y
MicheleinPhilly @vivastory Her publisher is thinking “Did we miss an Oprah endorsement???” 3y
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TrishB
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Another great twisty thriller from this author.
Just when you think it‘s all been revealed there‘s another little twist in front of you.
Good stuff, I‘ve now read all her books!

LeahBergen I‘ll have to pick this one up. 👍 3y
Cathythoughts I must really start the one I have .. set in Cork .. I think I‘m scared 😳 3y
TrishB @LeahBergen 👍🏻 3y
TrishB @Cathythoughts Cork features in this one too 👍🏻 3y
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eanderson
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Oh my! Seriously, I really liked this book! Catherine Ryan Howard is an amazing author. I don‘t know why I waited so long to read her books. 3rd book by her and I‘m even more impressed. 🌟🌟🌟🌟✨ 4.5🌟

TrishB Just finished this one 👍🏻 I‘ve now read all of hers! 3y
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eanderson
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Theo and I had some alone time and went for a nice long walk. He smelled flowers along the way! Cathrine Ryan Howard is quickly going into my top favorite authors. This book is great!

Larkken Cute pup! 😻 3y
TrishB I can get this for free with my prime membership, thanks 👍🏻 3y
tpixie Sweet photo 🌺🐶 3y
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AlaMich I love this picture of your adorable Theo! 3y
Deblovestoread Sweet Theo! Nothing cuter than a pug. 3y
robinb Way to stop and smell the roses, Theo! Even when they're not roses...Lol 3y
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eanderson
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Started another Catherine Ryan Howard while taking Matty on a walk this morning.... I‘m feeling like I‘m going to get hooked! 🎧😀

Megabooks Awesome!! I‘ve become quite a fan of hers. 3y
eanderson @Megabooks this is the 3rd book I‘ve read and I must say, I‘m becoming a fan! She‘s an amazing story teller. 3y
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Jgacreations
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I really liked this one. Haven‘t had much time to read in the past few weeks so the audio book was fun. Love the irish accents!

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amywithbooks
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I really enjoyed this thriller! Fast-paced, with good suspense and dual timelines, and a couple of unexpected twists! Definitely recommend. ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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amywithbooks
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Currently reading!

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jenreads7
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I borrowed this #audiobook from the #Audible Plus catalog. It had an interesting storyline, with more details about the murders and the killer unfolding as the author shifted from past to present and back again. The author clearly noted the narrator and time period for each chapter, so there was no confusion. I would definitely read more by this author.

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AudiobookingWithLeah
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This is my second book by this author, and while I didn't get sucked in like I did with The Nothing Man, I still found this to be a decent listen/read. Like TNM this also puts you in the head of the serial killer through one of the various POV's...which always ups the creep factor. This author does not shy away from the graphically gory scenes.
See My Review Here: https://audiobookingwithleah.blogspot.com/2020/09/audiobook-review-liars-girl.ht...

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Godpants
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This one was really good. I liked the way they went through the two timelines of the crimes.

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Godpants
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I haven‘t heard of this one, but it‘s a new audiobook available at my library. Anyone else checked this one out?

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Purplerosiepage
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This was really good! I m glad I waited until the end of the month to read it- I flew through the final 15 or so chapters and would have had a hard time reading only a little bit per day.

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Kimberlone
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Decided to start this at lunch today! Available for free in serialized form on the Nook app.

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Carolyn11215
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A 2019 Edgar nominated mystery. 10 years after locking up a 19 year old college student who confessed to the murders of 5 women, similar murders recur. Is it a copycat or did the police lock up the wrong man 10 years ago? The man locked up as the Canal Killer claims to have information but will only talk to his former girlfriend, who‘s brought back from the Netherlands to assist police with their investigation. Quite the page turner.

Trashcanman 👀 6y
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sk888888
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Solid 4 stars. Good story, audio version was well done. Sort of saw the final twist coming, but it was satisfying nonetheless. Would recommend. Read for challenge.

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Craftylikefox 👏🖤👏 6y
Gharv I love Barefoot wines! 6y
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My_novel_obsession
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Enjoying the last hours of the holiday weekend..tomorrow it‘s off to San Antonio for a couple of days and then back to Alaska. Soaking up as much sun and 90 degree weather as I can!

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Ehbooklover
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Reading this book was a wonderful way to escape what was a very tough week in my neighbourhood. It sucked me right in and it never let up. I really hated to put it down for any length of time. My only complaint is that despite all of the twists and turns, I wasn't really that suprised by the denouement. #willowdalestrong #torontostrong

DivineDiana Glad a book helped you feel better! 👏🏻📚🙂 7y
Mdargusch Sounds good! Hope you have a great weekend! 7y
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athorne
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Trying to get out of a slump. #booksandbooze

sherrynuts The book and the booze both look wonderful. 7y
abbsinwonderland 💜💜Kraken is one of my favs!! 7y
SconsinBookyBadger Kraken is one delectable rum🐙🖤 7y
kylienoele I 💖 Kraken! 7y
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MariaCristina
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Gaaaaahhhh this was a perfect audiobook

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MariaCristina
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I‘m spending the morning elbows deep in @bookriot business, and it‘s sufficiently rote for me to get my audiobook on. I usually listen on a higher speed, but the Irish accents are charmingly challenging.

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toria963
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What an amazing book I did really enjoy this kept me guessing throughout worth the read!

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toria963
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Getting in to this so good so far I am enjoying it .... enjoying the way she is writing ..... and the way the writer goes from past to present

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Christine11
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I really liked this thriller - it was evocative and well paced plus I thought the main character was interesting and felt totally real. Full review on my blog if you fancy reading ! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
https://lifewithallthebooks.com/2018/02/27/the-liars-girl-by-catherine-ryan-howa...

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Reecaspieces
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🍭🍭🍭🍭 review is up on my blog. Stop by and say hi! Very interesting! https://reecaspieces.com/2018/03/02/the-liars-girl-by-catherine-ryan-howard/

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kezzlou85
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This was quite the gripping, page turning read. It's not the most dramatic but the build up is very good. I liked the flashback to the past. The big scene with the killer was good but seemed a little rushed. The ending was good too and a clever twist that really tied up the whole story.

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OutsmartYourShelf
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The past returns with a vengeance in this crime thriller. It was well-written and kept my attention. Only one thing stopped it getting full marks - when the author had the MC do something monumentally stupid near the end. Rating: 4 ⭐️

Thanks to Netgalley and publishers, Atlantic Books/Corvus, for the opportunity to review an ARC.

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Jerdencon
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Intriguing!
#onebookoneword congrats to @Cathythoughts on the milestone and thanks for the giveaway! 😀❤️

Cathythoughts 👍🏻🎩 I‘m putting your name in the hat now & Thankyou ❤️ (edited) 7y
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Reecaspieces
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Lulu says good night 💤😴🌙 littens

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Jerdencon
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Today was a good reading day! It was rainy and dreary out and aside from running to my parents for a few hours and some small things at home I started 3 books today! And im loving them all! I'm up to page 94 in one, page 50 in my #lmpbc one, and 38 % done on my kindle one! So stinks that tomorrow is back to work after 10 days off for winter break 😞 and next few weekends are super busy. Wish I could have one day a week like today every week!

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Reecaspieces
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Great and BEAUTIFUL DAY in the ‘Sip!!

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kezzlou85
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1: dog is off to the groomers then chilling out hopefully.
2: I'm 5ft5 or thereabouts.
3: lived in this area all my life.
4: lots like the tagged book.
5: I hate having my picture taken but braved it especially as there are like no pictures of me. My parents both died young but I have lots of photos to remember them and I'd hate for my girls not to have any of me.
#FRIYAYINTRO @jesshowbooks

laurieluna Lovely photo! ❤ your kids have a beautiful mum 😊 7y
ElishaLovesBooks Beautiful picture! ❤️ 7y
kezzlou85 @miralunasbooknook aww thank you so much. You're so sweet. ❤ 7y
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kezzlou85 @ElishaLovesBooks thank you so much ❤ 7y
Christine11 I just finished The Liars Girl and thought it was really good - are you enjoying it !? 😊 7y
Jess7 I‘m 5‘5” too!! Pretty pic! 7y
kezzlou85 @Christine11 I've just started it so can't say but I read the first few pages and they seemed really good, 7y
kezzlou85 @Jess7 oh cool and aww thank you. 💜 7y
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DeborahSmall
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LeahBergen This sounds pretty good. 👍🏻 7y
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athorne
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Just received this gorgeous #arc today!

JazzFeathers What a cover! 😍 7y
Soubhiville Yeah love the cover! 7y
jkimexploring So gorgeous 😍😍 I'm currently reading the earc and its good so far. I hope you enjoy it! 7y
toria963 I like this cover beta then the one I have 7y
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