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THE LYING GAME a totally addictive romantic suspense that you won’t be able to put down (Great Reads Book 1) Kindle Edition

by FAITH MARTIN (Author), writing as MAXINE BARRY (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 2,671 ratings
ROMANCE, JEALOUSY AND MURDER FROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR FAITH MARTIN, WRITING AS MAXINE BARRY.

SHE SERVED HER TIME, NOW SHE WANTS TO FIND THE REAL KILLER.

Oriana Foster spent thirteen years in prison for a murder she didn't commit.

Now she’s out and returns to her home village in Oxfordshire. She has one goal: to find the real killer of Rollo Seton.

While inside, a mysterious benefactor has put £2 million in trust for her. She uses the money to buy the Manor House in Nether Dene, the tiny village she grew up in.

THE VILLAGE DOESN’T WANT HER BACK.

She hires Connor O'Dell, a good-looking bodyguard. He’s there in case things get rough. But it's Lowell Seton, the younger brother of Rollo and the love of Oriana's life, who quickly becomes the greatest danger . . . to her heart.

And when Connor falls for Mercedes Seton, Oriana's former best friend, things threaten to totally fall apart.

THE REAL KILLER WILL STRIKE AGAIN TO PROTECT THEIR SECRETS.

Don't miss this gripping and enjoyable romantic suspense novel perfect for fans of Danielle Steel, Josephine Cox, Nora Roberts or Jackie Collins.

WHAT READERS SAY ABOUT TWO-MILLION-SELLING FAITH MARTIN WRITING AS MAXINE BARRY:

“Perfect romance and mystery!” M. Adlington

“A great read and a fast paced romantic adventure.” Laura T.

“An enjoyable book. Romance with a little intrigue too.” Alexandra

“Totally loved it.” Yona

“When you reach the end you will wish there was still more.” Reader

MAXINE BARRY GREAT READS
Book 1: THE LYING GAME
Book 2: AN OXFORD REVENGE
Book 3: AN OXFORD SCANDAL
Book 4: AN OXFORD ENEMY
Book 5: AN OXFORD SECRET
Book 6: AN OXFORD FRAUD
Book 7: AN OXFORD TRIAL
Book 8: AN OXFORD INHERITANCE
Book 9: AN OXFORD SUSPECT
Book 10: IMPOSTERS IN PARADISE
Book 11: HEART OF FIRE
Book 12: HIDDEN RAINBOWS
Book 13: CARIBBEAN FLAME
Book 14: ISLAND DAZE

MORE MAXINE BARRY BOOKS COMING SOON. JOIN THE JOFFE BOOKS MAILING LIST TO BE THE FIRST TO HEAR ABOUT THEM!
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Faith Martin is the author of fifty novels, including the popular Detective Hillary Greene novels, which have sold over one million copies globally in just over a year and which has been optioned for film. Writing as Maxine Barry, she has won an award for romance novels. Faith Martin is the author of fifty novels, including the popular Detective Hillary Greene novels, which have sold over one million copies globally in just over a year and which has been optioned for film. Writing as Maxine Barry, she has won an award for romance novels.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B086MZM4NC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Joffe Books romantic suspense and thrillers
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 31, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 917 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 190 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1789313871
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  • Book 1 of 19 ‏ : ‎ Great Reads
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Faith Martin has been writing for over 30 years, and JOFFE BOOKS have reissued all of her popular, multi-million bestselling DI Hillary Greene novels in new updated editions, and are set to publish the new novels in this continuing series. Box sets are available. JOFFE have also reissued all her modern but classic-style whodunits featuring amateur sleuth/travelling cook Jenny Starling and vicar's wife Monica Noble. Her latest Hillary Greene novel, MURDER ON THE TRAIN hit the best seller lists long before it's publication date, due to pre-orders, and is now available.

HARPERCOLLINS HQ, have published her series of 1960's-set Ryder & Loveday novels and she is currently busy writing a new series for HQ, set in the 1920's, which feature locked-roomed mysteries, the first of which, MURDER BY CANDLELIGHT is now available.

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Customers find this book to be an addictive romantic suspense with plenty of suspense and mystery elements. They appreciate its readability, with one customer noting it's an easy read. The story quality receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting how well it was told by the author.

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13 customers mention "Suspense level"10 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the suspense level of the book, describing it as an addictive romantic suspense with plenty of intrigue and a mix of mystery and romance elements.

"...It really is an addictive romantic suspense. Plenty of suspense and a romance that will leave a lasting impression without being sickly...." Read more

"This was a mystery / romance novel. A pleasant book to read but a little too predictable...." Read more

"...Just enough action, suspense and romance to keep your interest. Just a little too predictable is the only fault I found." Read more

"The story was a nice easy read with good amount of suspense, mystery and romance. Finished it quickly as I didn't want to put it down!" Read more

7 customers mention "Readability"7 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and easy to read.

"I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It really is an addictive romantic suspense...." Read more

"This was a mystery / romance novel. A pleasant book to read but a little too predictable...." Read more

"The story was a nice easy read with good amount of suspense, mystery and romance. Finished it quickly as I didn't want to put it down!" Read more

"Not my usual cup of tea, but I enjoyed reading it. If you like romance and sex with your puzzles to solve, you'll like this." Read more

5 customers mention "Story quality"5 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, with one customer noting it was well told by the author, while another describes it as a simple read.

"this story was told well by the author about a case of blackmail and a teenager put way for a murder that was done by another...." Read more

"...She's probably one of the best series authors, whose main characters are strong, intelligent women!..." Read more

"...It takes you on a journey of revenge. It is well written and engaging." Read more

"It is well versed and will keep you on your toes!!! The romance and color in the text can warm you up on a cold night." Read more

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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Review
    Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2020
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    I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It really is an addictive romantic suspense. Plenty of suspense and a romance that will leave a lasting impression without being sickly.Highly recommended for anyone who enjoys reading a romantic suspense book.
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  • judi w todd
    4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting story line
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2021
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    I chose this rating because i think the ending was a little too pat The story was quite interesting but predictable
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  • Elizabeth W
    3.0 out of 5 stars The Lying Game . a simple read
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2021
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    This was a mystery / romance novel. A pleasant book to read but a little too predictable. I usually read grittier type mysteries and thriller, maybe that is why I found it a little to genteel for my taste.
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  • Kindle Customer Beachy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lies
    Reviewed in the United States on August 21, 2020
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    this story was told well by the author about a case of blackmail and a teenager put way for a murder that was done by another. Can old love be rekindled after 13 years?
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  • Tippietoesalsa
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read
    Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2021
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    If you enjoy a cosy read before bed this is it. Just enough action, suspense and romance to keep your interest. Just a little too predictable is the only fault I found.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2021
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    The story was a nice easy read with good amount of suspense, mystery and romance. Finished it quickly as I didn't want to put it down!
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  • Kindle Customer
    2.0 out of 5 stars Nooooo! This is not representative of what you'd expect from readers of Faith Martin!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2020
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    I adore Jacquie Walton and her Faith Martin books! She's probably one of the best series authors, whose main characters are strong, intelligent women! Her story lines are unique, believable and I've yet never been able to solve the who-done-it mystery! Then this book popped up on Amazon identifying author Jacquie Walton, who's more famously know as Faith Martin , as the writer behind yet another pseudonym Maxine Barry. This book was a huge disappointment! I'm still in disbelief it's the same author behind the stellar HIllary Greene and Jenny Starling books. So about my 2 star rating - yikes where to begin as I'm sure my review is clouded by my love and expectations from her Faith Martin books. Firstly the character of the "professional" bodyguard and his investigative company, falls so far short of what you'd expect, is a grievous misstep right from the beginning! Come on - he's off seducing a stranger first day on the bodyguard job? Seriously? These random strangers telepathically know they've just met their soulmate after sizing each other up in a minute? And where's the body this bodyguard is supposedly protecting from a killer? A killer - how serious does this professional take his job? The rest of the story has the bodyguard always sniffing after his lady love and almost never with his employer - whose life is supposedly in his hands! Just rubbish! The lovemaking scenes are nothing more than carb fillers, which you soon realize are just there to fatten up this weak story! Secondly, is the firm hired to protect the identity of the Manor House buyer thru subterfuge, as their clients life is in danger. So what happens - the aggrieved owner of the nearby Hotel, whose out to get this Manor House back into his family, managed to track down the company whose name is on the deed, find the companies owner, track him down to his home no less, and somehow pry the true purchasers name out of him! I'm aggravated with myself for expecting another brilliant Faith Martin quality book . That said, this book is a Chick lit book that should stay as far away from Jacquie Walton as possible - and her other pseudonyms! Sorry if my review is harsh - I'm no expert and can't solve a mystery before the end of a good book! This one however, was solvable from the first third of the way thru - not that it mattered.
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  • Elaine B
    3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting mystery
    Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021
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    Not my usual cup of tea, but I enjoyed reading it. If you like romance and sex with your puzzles to solve, you'll like this.
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  • michael
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 22, 2024
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    Really good read could not put it down. Easy to read & kept you guessing until the end.
    Really enjoyed it
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The lying game
    Reviewed in Spain on February 16, 2021
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    Absolutely superb plot from beginning to end. So many twists and turns, a real page turner. A very good read.
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  • Marilyn Bennett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down.
    Reviewed in Germany on March 4, 2021
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    A great read. Suspense and a twist... Can't wait for number two in the series.
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  • Julia McClure
    2.0 out of 5 stars HAD TO ABANDON THIS STORY
    Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2021
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    I really wanted to like this book because it has a certain level of intrigue. As I read on, the narrative became unlikely and not believable. I chose to stop reading at Chapter 9, because my time is worth more than this book can offer. I am very disappointed.
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  • pat hall
    4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting murder mystery. Not too complex.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 25, 2020
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    Not quite the tangled web that I have come to expect from Faith Martin, but still a very enjoyable read.
    But with so few characters involved in this well written story I found the outcome very predictable after a couple of chapters.
    Loved the romantic theme though.
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