Review: Deception: A Love of Lies

Deception: A Love of Lies by T.J. Blake
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Billy lost his wife Cindy and lives alone with his dog Ella. Every morning he takes a walk through the woods with his dog, where he meets Eve. They soon begin to see each other and Billy is confused at times, wondering how similar Eve is to Cindy. Eve too has a struggled past.

Can't reveal more without giving spoilers. This is an interesting read. What drew me in is the rich descriptions that painted the image clearly in my mind. Sometimes, I was able to feel it. It felt as if I was in that place with the characters. I enjoyed the writing style.

It's the first time I am reading a book that's written from the male point of view and it's a different experience, in a good way. Back to the plot - Hats off to author Blake for writing such a hooking plot. It's hard to trust or suspect anyone. Both Billy and Eve has troubled past. While Billy comes off as a stalker in the initial chapters, Eve isn't any less. She too stalks him.

The way both get together fast roused a suspicion in my mind. Sometimes, I even wondered if either of them had a motive. However, the questions were answered in the later chapters and I loved the twist with Leo.

Billy portrays a lonely male, struggling to cope with the loss of his wife. He doesn't have a friendly relation with his neighbours. He likes to observe the woods and walking. Eve, likewise, introduced as a lonely female, who got off from an abusive relationship. Trying to live every day with her dog Bussy. She likes to walk and get lost.

The plot will keep you hooked and for most of the time it'll keep you wondering what'd happen next. That was what I liked most. I highly recommend Deception. I look forward to read more from this author.

***ARC courtesy of author in exchange for an honest review***


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