The Stepdaughter's Lie

De: Teri Terry

Narrado por: Melanie Crawley

My life should be perfect. But my stepdaughter wants to destroy it all…

Standing in my bathroom, the luxurious marble tiles cool under my feet, I stare at the test in my trembling hand. The second line is unmistakable: I’m pregnant.

This is all my husband Theo and I have ever wanted, but I didn’t think it was possible. I should be excited, but all I can think about is telling my stepdaughter.

Because Ellie’s always hated me, ever since she realised it was no longer just her and Theo. Now she’s seventeen, beautiful and smart–smart enough to see through me. And if Ellie decided to uncover my secrets, it wouldn’t be just my marriage at stake… it would be my life.

But I’ve been so careful burying my past. There’s no way she could learn the truth. I know stress isn’t good for the baby, so I force myself to relax.

Until one day I find a packet of tablets tucked inside Ellie’s bag. My head spins–she’s made it clear she wants me gone but I never imagined she would try to harm my baby. I know I can’t tell Theo. She would only deny it to her beloved daddy, fluttering her lashes like she always does.

My beautiful home has become a prison, my husband feels like a stranger. But all I know is that this precious life inside me is more than I deserve–and there’s nothing I won’t do to protect it…

An absolutely gripping psychological thriller! Perfect for fans of Daniel Hurst, Shari Lapena and T.M. Logan.

©2024 Teri Terry (P)2024 Bookouture, an imprint of Storyfire Ltd.

Wow!

I rarely ever rate and review books, but this one blew my mind! Definitely going to add to my favorite authors list!

Fast paced thriller

I listened to the audiobook in one afternoon! I loved the narrator and my interest was held from beginning to end. This book has lots of twists and turns and even more red herrings. This is the second book that I have read by this author and I’ve enjoyed them both thoroughly. Highly recommend!

Domestic thriller at its best, perfect for fans of Gemma Rogers, Diane Saxon, Daniel Hurst, Shalini Boland.

Domestic thriller at its best, perfect for fans of Gemma Rogers, Diane Saxon, Daniel Hurst, Shalini Boland.

Premise: Rowan finally has everything she ever wanted, the perfect life after a dark past. Theo is the perfect husband, her job is lucrative and fulfilling, and now she’s getting the last piece of the puzzle, a late-in-life baby. There’s only one problem: Ellie. Ellie is the stepdaughter from hell - spoiled, entitled, and out to get Rowan. The baby news is the tipping point for Ellie that pushes them out of their tenuous equilibrium, careening into domestic chaos…

I listened to the audiobook, narrated by Melanie Crowley, who does an incredible job with the text. This is a one episode listen, in that you absolutely won’t be able to bring yourself to hit pause! It’s sooooo good and I was on the edge of my (proverbial, since audiobooks = getting to do errands simultaneously) seat.

Thanks, Bookouture, for the audio ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Not bad, not great

The story isn't bad, but overall it seemed a bit whiny to me. Not much happens except for the one central thing, how our heroine is getting messed with. Consequently, I got bored waiting for the end. I think it was pretty obvious all along.

Twists & Turns Will Have You Doing BackFlips!

Teri Terry pulled off writing one of the best domestic thrillers out there.
This book has it all, You will really fall in love with the characters and the plot is incredible.

Suspenseful and well written

Loved this one! Kept me listening way too late. This book is very written and has a great narrator.

Pretty Good

This book was rather enjoyable, although a bit strange. The narration was well done, which helped to hold my interest.

Wow

Really loved this one, no dull moments in this family. The twists are clever and keeps you engaged till the last minute. 😃🐾

Ellie

Omg this was so good! I swear I didn’t think things how the book would turn out! A great read!

Beneath the surface: A British must-listen!

I was thrilled to discover “The Stepdaughter's Lie" by Teri Terry, narrated by Melanie Crawley, as my free monthly Audible listen with Amazon Music subscription. {{EERIE}} This hidden gem of a suspenseful psychological thriller intricately interweaves a complexellent web of suspicious lies and secrets. {{SPECTACULAR}} Terry’s writing is exquisite, and Crawley's flawless narrative skills bring this devious tale to vivid life. Their partnership is a magnificent match, and I’m on the search for more of their works. {{INSIDIOUS}} Following a woman whose life seems perfect, her stepdaughter’s hatred and desire for destruction seemingly turns her world off its axis. {{PERILOUS}} As the plot unfolds, dark secrets and lies are revealed, keeping me hooked and craving more. So highly recommended, I am once again on my rooftop, shrieking “Epic, I say! EPIC! EPIC! EPIC!”

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