The First Lie

Shadows of Deception, Book 1

De: N. H. Steele

Narrado por: Jake Mahler

One audit. Two men. A dangerous obsession that could unravel her entire life.

Olivia Hart thought landing a job at Sterling Enterprises was her big break. But when a routine audit uncovers financial irregularities, she finds herself caught in a web of deceit and conflicting desires.

Ethan Sterling, the charismatic billionaire heir, becomes fixated on making Olivia his own, his intensity both frightening and oddly compelling. As his pursuit escalates, the lines between professional and personal blur dangerously.

Torn between her seemingly devoted husband and a man who won't take no for an answer, Olivia must navigate an increasingly treacherous path. With each step, she sinks deeper into Ethan's world of wealth and power, questioning everything she thought she knew about love and loyalty.

In this gripping psychological thriller, appearances are deceiving, and the truth becomes the ultimate betrayal. As hidden facets of both men emerge, Olivia must confront her own desires and decide who she can truly trust.

The First Lie is a provocative tale of obsession and redemption that will keep you guessing until the very last word.

Listen now to uncover the first lie today.

©2025 Melissa Marie Sovak (P)2025 A Novel Idea Publishing, LLC

OMG

I have NEVER wanted to reach into a story and strangle 3 characters so badly as I did this one! Every single one of them! Was she really that dumb!? Was Daniel that much of a whimp that he didn't stand up to for his wife!? Was Ethan that much of a gaslighter?? Yes. Yes. And Yes. Now, left with no ending!!!!!????? 😖😡

The guy in this book is insane!

The intensity of the Character Ethan was intriguing. It was worth the read and I'd like to know what happened next.

Too long and repetitive

I thought this book had potential and maybe the next one will be better. It was way too long, and all three characters had to weigh in to give at least one full chapter to the same incident or exchange. This happened all the way through the book. I kept thinking I’ve already heard this… Lol…

Also, there is no ending because there’s a book 2 in process…..no closure to anything. It just stops.

Some people can’t tolerate rejection

The book was a great psychological thriller. The plot was good and full of twisted suspense. Very disappointed to get to the end unless you get book # 2… you are left hanging with no closure.

Wild

Love the story line and unexpected ending. I can’t wait for the second book to hear what happens to Ethan and Livy