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He's Lying About Everything
My husband says he loves me. So why did the police come knocking on my door at dawn?
Eight years of marriage. A beautiful home in Connecticut. A perfect son.
And one dead girl floating in a university pool.
I told myself Derek’s affair didn’t matter. I could forgive him. Forget her.
But that was before she died.
Before detectives showed up in our kitchen.
Before my perfect life cracked wide open.
Now I don’t know what scares me more—
That my husband might be a killer. Or that I might be the only one who can prove he is.
Eight years of marriage. A beautiful home in Connecticut. A perfect son.
And one dead girl floating in a university pool.
I told myself Derek’s affair didn’t matter. I could forgive him. Forget her.
But that was before she died.
Before detectives showed up in our kitchen.
Before my perfect life cracked wide open.
Now I don’t know what scares me more—
That my husband might be a killer. Or that I might be the only one who can prove he is.
290 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 13, 2025
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57 books279 followersRobin Mahle, Mystery and Suspense author, lives with her husband and two children in Virginia.
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June 19, 2025
4.5 ⭐️ | I love a good thriller that continues to reveal twist after twist throughout the story. Just when you think you have it figured out, the author throws a curveball that keeps you guessing. This is definitely one of those “just one more chapter” type of stories that hooked me from the very beginning.
Evelyn and Derek appear to have it all, financial stability a great son, and all the luxuries you could want in life. But when Derek’s mistress ends up dead, their lives are turned upside down as this murder investigation goes underway. The amount of secrets and distrust throughout this story will have you turn in the pages way past your bedtime.
If you love thrillers with unreliable characters, buried secrets, and endings that leave your head spinning, this is a must read. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a good domestic thriller with dark twists.
Evelyn and Derek appear to have it all, financial stability a great son, and all the luxuries you could want in life. But when Derek’s mistress ends up dead, their lives are turned upside down as this murder investigation goes underway. The amount of secrets and distrust throughout this story will have you turn in the pages way past your bedtime.
If you love thrillers with unreliable characters, buried secrets, and endings that leave your head spinning, this is a must read. Highly recommended for anyone who loves a good domestic thriller with dark twists.
July 7, 2025
This was twisty and kept me on my toes. I really didn’t figure it all out which I love when reading a thriller. I will definitely be checking out more from this author as this was my first book by her.
You’ll think you have this one figured out but it’s really not as obvious as you may think! I feel like when domestic thrillers are done sometimes it’s difficult to have them stand apart from others that have been written but this really held its own in the domestic thriller genre.
Derek and Evelyn are married for 8 years and have a 4 year old son. On the outside they seem like the perfect beautiful family but if you look closely you’ll see there are some cracks on the surface. Derek was having an affair and his mistress turns up dead making Derek a suspect and a lot of his and his wife’s secrets begin to come to light.
This was fast paced and kept me interested. It gave me good lifetime movie vibes! Available on kindle unlimited. Check it out!
You’ll think you have this one figured out but it’s really not as obvious as you may think! I feel like when domestic thrillers are done sometimes it’s difficult to have them stand apart from others that have been written but this really held its own in the domestic thriller genre.
Derek and Evelyn are married for 8 years and have a 4 year old son. On the outside they seem like the perfect beautiful family but if you look closely you’ll see there are some cracks on the surface. Derek was having an affair and his mistress turns up dead making Derek a suspect and a lot of his and his wife’s secrets begin to come to light.
This was fast paced and kept me interested. It gave me good lifetime movie vibes! Available on kindle unlimited. Check it out!
June 15, 2025
I absolutely love books that plunge headfirst into a sea of mistrust, leaving me suspicious of every character introduced. It’s like a literary game of “who can I trust?”—and I’m here for it!
A woman, married for eight years with a seemingly perfect life in Connecticut, faces a shocking turn of events when the police arrive at her door after a girl is found dead in a university pool. Despite her husband's infidelity, she tries to move on, but the girl's death complicates things. As detectives investigate, she grapples with the terrifying possibility that her husband could be a murderer—and that she may hold the key to uncovering the truth.
In this gripping tale, we’re treated to multiple perspectives: Evelyn, Derek, and Josie. This kaleidoscope of viewpoints not only enriches the narrative but also keeps the story flowing smoothly, ensuring we’re always on our toes. Evelyn is a smart, confident woman, deeply in love with her husband—until doubt creeps in, fueled by the circumstances surrounding her. I mean, can you believe she stands by him after everything that unfolds? Talk about loyalty!
Derek, on the other hand, is a minor character who’s just a tad irritating, while Josie embodies that quintessential neighbor we all know (and maybe wish we didn’t). The author does a fantastic job of bringing these diverse characters to life, making it easy to keep track of their quirks and motivations.
This fast-paced read is brimming with dark secrets, deceit, and an ending that caught me completely off guard. I certainly didn’t see that twist coming! I was secretly hoping for a happy ending, but honestly, I couldn’t envision a conclusion that would have stirred up more drama. The ending we got was clean and suspenseful, and I was quite satisfied with it. Bravo!
I thoroughly enjoyed this rollercoaster ride of a book and felt privileged to be part of it. If you’re looking for a quick read to reignite your passion for literature, this one will do the trick in just an afternoon. Happy reading, and may the literary odds be ever in your favor!
Thank you, Joffe Books, for the digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
A woman, married for eight years with a seemingly perfect life in Connecticut, faces a shocking turn of events when the police arrive at her door after a girl is found dead in a university pool. Despite her husband's infidelity, she tries to move on, but the girl's death complicates things. As detectives investigate, she grapples with the terrifying possibility that her husband could be a murderer—and that she may hold the key to uncovering the truth.
In this gripping tale, we’re treated to multiple perspectives: Evelyn, Derek, and Josie. This kaleidoscope of viewpoints not only enriches the narrative but also keeps the story flowing smoothly, ensuring we’re always on our toes. Evelyn is a smart, confident woman, deeply in love with her husband—until doubt creeps in, fueled by the circumstances surrounding her. I mean, can you believe she stands by him after everything that unfolds? Talk about loyalty!
Derek, on the other hand, is a minor character who’s just a tad irritating, while Josie embodies that quintessential neighbor we all know (and maybe wish we didn’t). The author does a fantastic job of bringing these diverse characters to life, making it easy to keep track of their quirks and motivations.
This fast-paced read is brimming with dark secrets, deceit, and an ending that caught me completely off guard. I certainly didn’t see that twist coming! I was secretly hoping for a happy ending, but honestly, I couldn’t envision a conclusion that would have stirred up more drama. The ending we got was clean and suspenseful, and I was quite satisfied with it. Bravo!
I thoroughly enjoyed this rollercoaster ride of a book and felt privileged to be part of it. If you’re looking for a quick read to reignite your passion for literature, this one will do the trick in just an afternoon. Happy reading, and may the literary odds be ever in your favor!
Thank you, Joffe Books, for the digital ARC copy. I am leaving this review voluntarily.
June 17, 2025
The plot centers around deception, and the unraveling of a seemingly charmed life, and while some of the twists felt a little far-fetched, they were absolutely entertaining.
Mahle does a great job creating suspense, and the pacing is tight enough to keep the story moving without dragging. The characters, especially the main protagonist, were well-developed, though a few side characters felt under explored and under used . The writing is sharp and engaging, and Mahle excels at building atmosphere. Overall, it’s an enjoyable and addictive read; maybe not perfect, but definitely one I’d recommend to fans of domestic thrillers. Four solid stars.
Thank you to NetGalley for a great ARC
Mahle does a great job creating suspense, and the pacing is tight enough to keep the story moving without dragging. The characters, especially the main protagonist, were well-developed, though a few side characters felt under explored and under used . The writing is sharp and engaging, and Mahle excels at building atmosphere. Overall, it’s an enjoyable and addictive read; maybe not perfect, but definitely one I’d recommend to fans of domestic thrillers. Four solid stars.
Thank you to NetGalley for a great ARC
August 19, 2025
This started off well, but eventually became really repetitive and outlandish. Evelyn was just one big walking bad decision. Absolutely nothing she did made a bit of sense and it made it hard to root for her.
June 22, 2025
I enjoyed this book. It was a really interesting read. I loved the premise and how the story unfolded.
The cover was really well designed. The smashed frame definitely has bags of symbolism.
The book is very well written. It flows nicely and the descriptiveness helps add to the eerie and tense feeling.
The small town setting was good. I love small town! The few places it was set in gave an almost claustrophobic feeling. Like we couldn't escape the horrors and secrets in the book.
I liked the characters. They were all interesting and fit in well. Derek and Evie are our main focal points. They were great together and interactions between them and other characters were excellent.
I really recommend this one to you all!
The cover was really well designed. The smashed frame definitely has bags of symbolism.
The book is very well written. It flows nicely and the descriptiveness helps add to the eerie and tense feeling.
The small town setting was good. I love small town! The few places it was set in gave an almost claustrophobic feeling. Like we couldn't escape the horrors and secrets in the book.
I liked the characters. They were all interesting and fit in well. Derek and Evie are our main focal points. They were great together and interactions between them and other characters were excellent.
I really recommend this one to you all!
June 18, 2025
HES LYING ABOUT EVERYTHING BY ROBIN MAHLE.
Release date set for the 19th of June 2025.
Oh this was a good one.
It's so twisty and it kept me guessing until the very end. Really enjoyed it.
What a ride this was.
Looking forward ro reading another book by this author
Release date set for the 19th of June 2025.
Oh this was a good one.
It's so twisty and it kept me guessing until the very end. Really enjoyed it.
What a ride this was.
Looking forward ro reading another book by this author
May 16, 2025
Evelyn, her husband Dereck, and their son get a fresh start at new house and job after Derek is proven innocent of drowning a student he’d been having an affair with. At his new job another person is found murdered in his office. Evelyn begins to question his involvement with these deaths so she begins her own search for answers.
This story is told mainly in the POV of Evelyn and Derek with very few POVs of their new neighbor Josie. I really liked getting to read Evelyn and Derek’s POV and see how vastly different they told the story. I really liked how Evelyn’s view of her husband and her new friend drastically changes throughout the story. This made it difficult to accurately guess whose side to fully trust. I loved the way Evelyn was so determined to figure out the truth only for her to later find out that the situation was much more complex than she could have ever imagined. I hated the way Derek treated Evelyn. Dereks way of consistently trying to frame others, manipulate the situation and evidence made me think he was responsible for everything. The last 20% of the book took a huge turn that was unexpected with the full truth of the murders being far from what I had anticipated.
The character were difficult for me to like due to their actions and involvement in certain parts of the book but they made the story entertaining.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
This story is told mainly in the POV of Evelyn and Derek with very few POVs of their new neighbor Josie. I really liked getting to read Evelyn and Derek’s POV and see how vastly different they told the story. I really liked how Evelyn’s view of her husband and her new friend drastically changes throughout the story. This made it difficult to accurately guess whose side to fully trust. I loved the way Evelyn was so determined to figure out the truth only for her to later find out that the situation was much more complex than she could have ever imagined. I hated the way Derek treated Evelyn. Dereks way of consistently trying to frame others, manipulate the situation and evidence made me think he was responsible for everything. The last 20% of the book took a huge turn that was unexpected with the full truth of the murders being far from what I had anticipated.
The character were difficult for me to like due to their actions and involvement in certain parts of the book but they made the story entertaining.
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
June 17, 2025
What a ride! “He’s Lying About Everything” by Robin Mahle is twisty, tense, and totally gripping. Dead women, secret affairs, and a killer hiding in plain sight—this thriller kept me guessing until the very end. I couldn’t put it down!
If you enjoy psychological thrillers full of secrets, betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists, this one’s definitely worth a read.
If you enjoy psychological thrillers full of secrets, betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists, this one’s definitely worth a read.
September 4, 2025
I enjoyed this book but it did feel like the ending was a little rushed.
June 20, 2025
Told through the alternating perspectives of Evelyn, Derek, and Josie, this gripping novel pulls readers into a suspenseful web of secrets, doubt, and deception. The shifting viewpoints add richness and momentum to the story, keeping the narrative dynamic and readers constantly engaged. Evelyn emerges as a smart, confident woman whose fierce loyalty is tested as unsettling truths come to light—her unwavering support for her husband, even in the face of mounting suspicion, is both admirable and and at times baffling.
Derek, though a more minor character, leaves a distinct impression—albeit a slightly frustrating one—while Josie perfectly captures the familiar, nosy neighbor archetype. The author skillfully brings each character to life with clear, consistent motivations and memorable quirks.
The novel is fast-paced and packed with tension, unveiling dark secrets at every turn. However, its ambition becomes a double-edged sword. As the plot unfolds, an influx of side characters and subplots begins to cloud the central mystery. While the complexity adds depth, it can at times feel overly tangled, making it difficult to track the many layers of deception at play.
Overall, this is a compelling, twist-filled read that delivers on suspense, even if its intricacy occasionally overwhelms. It is still a solid 4 read!
Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read this in exchange for my honest opinion.
Derek, though a more minor character, leaves a distinct impression—albeit a slightly frustrating one—while Josie perfectly captures the familiar, nosy neighbor archetype. The author skillfully brings each character to life with clear, consistent motivations and memorable quirks.
The novel is fast-paced and packed with tension, unveiling dark secrets at every turn. However, its ambition becomes a double-edged sword. As the plot unfolds, an influx of side characters and subplots begins to cloud the central mystery. While the complexity adds depth, it can at times feel overly tangled, making it difficult to track the many layers of deception at play.
Overall, this is a compelling, twist-filled read that delivers on suspense, even if its intricacy occasionally overwhelms. It is still a solid 4 read!
Thank you Netgalley for the opportunity to read this in exchange for my honest opinion.
June 17, 2025
Y’ALL! Evelyn’s husband’s girlfriend is dead. The police are knocking at her door at 6 a.m. She’s got a four-year-old in footie pajamas, mascara still on from yesterday, and suddenly she’s starring in the worst episode of Dateline. 😳☕️
Robin Mahle serves up a fast-paced, twist-packed rollercoaster with He’s Lying About Everything. We’re talking eight years of marriage, a picture-perfect life in Connecticut, and then—boom—secrets start slithering out like snakes under the porch.
The dead girl? A student at the university where her husband works. The affair? Confirmed. The lies? Stacked higher than the laundry she’s been too stressed to fold. But murder? That’s a whole different level. And when more secrets surface, the question isn’t just “Is he lying?” It’s “Who else is?”
The writing is sharp, emotional, and loaded with suspense. The pacing? No brakes. I couldn’t stop flipping pages. And the character development? Chef’s kiss. 👏 Our leading lady is equal parts heartbroken and fierce, unraveling and relentless—and you’re going to root for her with everything you’ve got.
If you love thrillers with true crime vibes, emotional gut-punches, and enough tension to make you yell “GIRL, RUN” out loud—this one’s for you.
Thanks to Joffe Books for providing this review copy via NetGalley for my honest, voluntary review.
#HesLyingAboutEverything #NetGalley
Robin Mahle serves up a fast-paced, twist-packed rollercoaster with He’s Lying About Everything. We’re talking eight years of marriage, a picture-perfect life in Connecticut, and then—boom—secrets start slithering out like snakes under the porch.
The dead girl? A student at the university where her husband works. The affair? Confirmed. The lies? Stacked higher than the laundry she’s been too stressed to fold. But murder? That’s a whole different level. And when more secrets surface, the question isn’t just “Is he lying?” It’s “Who else is?”
The writing is sharp, emotional, and loaded with suspense. The pacing? No brakes. I couldn’t stop flipping pages. And the character development? Chef’s kiss. 👏 Our leading lady is equal parts heartbroken and fierce, unraveling and relentless—and you’re going to root for her with everything you’ve got.
If you love thrillers with true crime vibes, emotional gut-punches, and enough tension to make you yell “GIRL, RUN” out loud—this one’s for you.
Thanks to Joffe Books for providing this review copy via NetGalley for my honest, voluntary review.
#HesLyingAboutEverything #NetGalley
June 17, 2025
He's Lying about Everything by Robin Mahle
emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
The ONLY this I didn’t like about this book was the ending. The twists and turns were great, the start of the book had me, the middle of the book felt a bit slow and repetitive and the end just…ended.
I was surprised how quickly I read this book, it was all consuming. The end was just not enough, I was expecting some huge climax but it didn’t happen.
The twists had me on the edge of my seat, my frustration at nearly all of the characters had me silently fuming and the revelation had me feeling very smug because I knew I hated this guy.
I’m an epilogue girl, can’t get enough of them but this one just wasn’t long enough- I wanted more!
emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced
Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
The ONLY this I didn’t like about this book was the ending. The twists and turns were great, the start of the book had me, the middle of the book felt a bit slow and repetitive and the end just…ended.
I was surprised how quickly I read this book, it was all consuming. The end was just not enough, I was expecting some huge climax but it didn’t happen.
The twists had me on the edge of my seat, my frustration at nearly all of the characters had me silently fuming and the revelation had me feeling very smug because I knew I hated this guy.
I’m an epilogue girl, can’t get enough of them but this one just wasn’t long enough- I wanted more!
June 22, 2025
I’ve read this author’s books and before and always enjoyed them! This one is no exception. There’s a lot of suspicious characters and even some who may be probably should be suspicious! The pace was fast, and this author adds her trademark twists! I love the ending!
June 24, 2025
The title itself was enough to make me pick up this book and I am so very glad I did! I became borderline line obsessed with finding out what happened so I raced through it in a few days. I thought I had guessed what was going to happen but there were a few twists and turns which meant I hadn’t. I enjoyed The Compound by this author too and will certainly be picking up more in the future!
June 21, 2025
When trust is savagely broken, can you even learn to trust yourself.
This is such an exciting read. This has all the amazing twists of a psychological thriller, while also managing to make the paranoia and misjudgement feel absolutely suffocating!
This just does not stop. Straight from the start this hits hard. A loving wife drowning in confusion, a very morally grey college professor for a husband and a son she would do anything to protect. A really thrilling plot driven book, absolutely devoured this in one sitting!!
This is such an exciting read. This has all the amazing twists of a psychological thriller, while also managing to make the paranoia and misjudgement feel absolutely suffocating!
This just does not stop. Straight from the start this hits hard. A loving wife drowning in confusion, a very morally grey college professor for a husband and a son she would do anything to protect. A really thrilling plot driven book, absolutely devoured this in one sitting!!
May 10, 2025
Evelyn and Derek leave their hometown for a new start following the death of Nicole, one of Derek's students.
When it becomes clear that the past will continue to haunt them, Evelyn tries relentlessly to find out just how guilty Derek is.
This book is fast paced and kept me reading into the night.
I rooted for Nicole all the way through it, while my dislike of Derek grew with every chapter.
With drama and intrigue in abundance, this was yet another fantastic read from Robin.
The ending was all tied up neatly and this one gets a solid 4⭐ from me.
My thanks to Joffe Books for the ARC.
When it becomes clear that the past will continue to haunt them, Evelyn tries relentlessly to find out just how guilty Derek is.
This book is fast paced and kept me reading into the night.
I rooted for Nicole all the way through it, while my dislike of Derek grew with every chapter.
With drama and intrigue in abundance, this was yet another fantastic read from Robin.
The ending was all tied up neatly and this one gets a solid 4⭐ from me.
My thanks to Joffe Books for the ARC.
June 19, 2025
Evelyn and Derick have been married for 8 years and have a son Ben, she loves her husband, after all she forgives him for cheating on her and stands by him.
The trouble is can she trust him?
I loved the suspense throughout, who and what to believe, I suspected everyone of holding back information or lying 😂
A twisty story building to a dramatic ending with some surprises along the way.
A highly enjoyable psychological thriller
Thank you @zooloosbooktours for having me on this tour.
The trouble is can she trust him?
I loved the suspense throughout, who and what to believe, I suspected everyone of holding back information or lying 😂
A twisty story building to a dramatic ending with some surprises along the way.
A highly enjoyable psychological thriller
Thank you @zooloosbooktours for having me on this tour.
July 2, 2025
This is my fifth read by this author and I can absolutely say that as soon as I spot the name, I'm there!
I've loved every read so far and this one was no exception!
In this book we see poor Evie fighting to keep her family together after her husband's girlfriend is found dead.
I felt so sorry for Evie. Her husband's actions certainly didn't instill my trust right from the start - the cheating had me!
But Evie was nothing if not totally loyal and determined that as bad as Derek is, he wasn't a murderer ....
I actually wanted to shake Derek at times as he really wasn't showing much remorse or empathy - I know his situation was tough, but he did nothing to convince me he was innocent - except for the odd little glimmer of something that made me wonder.
This certainly kept me guessing and although I had strong suspicions that I knew what had happened - the final few pages just hit and threw everything in the air.
I couldn't read this fast enough, but then was sad that it had ended!!
Another brilliant read and I just know that there'll be plenty more to come.
I've loved every read so far and this one was no exception!
In this book we see poor Evie fighting to keep her family together after her husband's girlfriend is found dead.
I felt so sorry for Evie. Her husband's actions certainly didn't instill my trust right from the start - the cheating had me!
But Evie was nothing if not totally loyal and determined that as bad as Derek is, he wasn't a murderer ....
I actually wanted to shake Derek at times as he really wasn't showing much remorse or empathy - I know his situation was tough, but he did nothing to convince me he was innocent - except for the odd little glimmer of something that made me wonder.
This certainly kept me guessing and although I had strong suspicions that I knew what had happened - the final few pages just hit and threw everything in the air.
I couldn't read this fast enough, but then was sad that it had ended!!
Another brilliant read and I just know that there'll be plenty more to come.
June 13, 2025
A woman turns up dead and your husband is the main suspect. A multiple POV book but not every character gets equal page time. Evelyn is the main character with a voice and we follow her as she tries to convince herself her husband is not a murderer. Her trail leads her to doubts and she wonders who she really married. I enjoyed the twists and turns in this book. It is suspenseful without being drawn out. I’ll admit I didn’t know where the book was going but was still shocked by the twists. It is a fun, quick read.
June 19, 2025
Review: He’s Lying About Everything by Robin Mahle.
What a ride! Twisty, tense, and totally gripping. Dead women, secret affairs, and a killer hiding in plain sight—this thriller kept me guessing until the very end. I couldn’t put it down!
If you enjoy psychological thrillers full of secrets, betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists, this one’s definitely worth a read.
What a ride! Twisty, tense, and totally gripping. Dead women, secret affairs, and a killer hiding in plain sight—this thriller kept me guessing until the very end. I couldn’t put it down!
If you enjoy psychological thrillers full of secrets, betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists, this one’s definitely worth a read.
May 25, 2025
Robin Mahle's psychological thriller He's Lying about Everything delivers a compelling premise wrapped in marital deception and small-town secrets, though it occasionally stumbles under the weight of its own ambitions.
The story follows Derek, a tenured professor with a notorious reputation for infidelity, whose life unravels when one of his affairs ends in murder. Though cleared as a suspect, the scandal forces Derek, his wife Evie, and their four-year-old son Ben to relocate and start fresh in a new town. Derek secures a position at a local university, and for a moment, it seems the family might finally escape their past.
However, their newfound peace shatters when Evie begins receiving threatening notes about Derek's history. The messages suggest that someone knows exactly who they are and what they're running from. Suspicion falls on various newcomers in their lives—suspicious neighbors and even Ben's teacher—creating an atmosphere of paranoia that permeates every interaction.
When another female professor is discovered murdered in Derek's office, Evie can no longer ignore the mounting evidence that her husband's pattern of lies and betrayal may be more dangerous than she ever imagined. Faced with the possibility that she's been willfully blind to Derek's true nature, Evie must decide whether to continue enabling his behavior or finally break free, with or without him.
Evie's internal struggle feels authentic as she grapples with years of turning a blind eye to her husband's indiscretions. The author effectively captures the claustrophobic feeling of being watched and the paranoia that comes with running from scandal.
However, the novel's strength becomes its weakness as the plot progresses. The introduction of numerous side characters and subplots creates a tangled web that occasionally obscures rather than enhances the central mystery. The story becomes somewhat muddied, making it challenging to track the various deceptions and motivations at play. While the complexity adds layers to the narrative, it sometimes feels unnecessarily convoluted.
Despite these issues, He's Lying about Everything succeeds as an engaging thriller that will keep readers guessing.
For thriller enthusiasts who enjoy psychological complexity and don't mind unraveling intricate plot threads, this novel offers enough suspense and character development to warrant a read, even if it doesn't quite achieve its full potential.
The story follows Derek, a tenured professor with a notorious reputation for infidelity, whose life unravels when one of his affairs ends in murder. Though cleared as a suspect, the scandal forces Derek, his wife Evie, and their four-year-old son Ben to relocate and start fresh in a new town. Derek secures a position at a local university, and for a moment, it seems the family might finally escape their past.
However, their newfound peace shatters when Evie begins receiving threatening notes about Derek's history. The messages suggest that someone knows exactly who they are and what they're running from. Suspicion falls on various newcomers in their lives—suspicious neighbors and even Ben's teacher—creating an atmosphere of paranoia that permeates every interaction.
When another female professor is discovered murdered in Derek's office, Evie can no longer ignore the mounting evidence that her husband's pattern of lies and betrayal may be more dangerous than she ever imagined. Faced with the possibility that she's been willfully blind to Derek's true nature, Evie must decide whether to continue enabling his behavior or finally break free, with or without him.
Evie's internal struggle feels authentic as she grapples with years of turning a blind eye to her husband's indiscretions. The author effectively captures the claustrophobic feeling of being watched and the paranoia that comes with running from scandal.
However, the novel's strength becomes its weakness as the plot progresses. The introduction of numerous side characters and subplots creates a tangled web that occasionally obscures rather than enhances the central mystery. The story becomes somewhat muddied, making it challenging to track the various deceptions and motivations at play. While the complexity adds layers to the narrative, it sometimes feels unnecessarily convoluted.
Despite these issues, He's Lying about Everything succeeds as an engaging thriller that will keep readers guessing.
For thriller enthusiasts who enjoy psychological complexity and don't mind unraveling intricate plot threads, this novel offers enough suspense and character development to warrant a read, even if it doesn't quite achieve its full potential.
June 20, 2025
Here is my review for He’s Lying About Everything by Robin Mahle
I absolutely loved this gripping psychological thriller that drew me in right from the very start of the book. Evelyn and Derek had been married for eight years plus they had a four year old son called Ben. Early one morning, the police turned up wanting to speak to Derek about Nicole, his girlfriend as she had been found dead in the swimming pool. He denied killing her but the rumour mill started and they had to leave Medford for a new life elsewhere. In a new university and try to rekindle their marriage with Evelyn knowing about his lies but giving him a second chance. Is he a killer? This story was superbly written and well thought out. I was hooked right from the start of the story and I just couldn’t put the book down as I had to know what happened next! The story was full of tension and suspicion. Also, it was full of twists and turns. I really liked Evelyn’s character as she was treated poorly by Derek with him having affairs but then she took matters into her own hands and started investigating for herself. It’s a brilliant plot that the author has thought out for this story. I like the author’s writing style and I found it very easy to read. Some of the other characters were intriguing too and played their parts well. This author writes really gripping books which I love reading so I look forward to her next book.
Blurb :
My husband’s girlfriend is dead. He says he didn’t kill her. But he’s been lying about everything else.
Eight years of marriage. A beautiful home in Connecticut. A sweet, affectionate four-year-old son.
Now, it’s 6 a.m., and the police are knocking at our door.
They found a dead girl floating in the university pool. My husband was having an affair with her. He was the last person to see her.
He’s a liar. But is he a killer?
I’d do a lot to keep our family together. But how much more can I take?
I absolutely loved this gripping psychological thriller that drew me in right from the very start of the book. Evelyn and Derek had been married for eight years plus they had a four year old son called Ben. Early one morning, the police turned up wanting to speak to Derek about Nicole, his girlfriend as she had been found dead in the swimming pool. He denied killing her but the rumour mill started and they had to leave Medford for a new life elsewhere. In a new university and try to rekindle their marriage with Evelyn knowing about his lies but giving him a second chance. Is he a killer? This story was superbly written and well thought out. I was hooked right from the start of the story and I just couldn’t put the book down as I had to know what happened next! The story was full of tension and suspicion. Also, it was full of twists and turns. I really liked Evelyn’s character as she was treated poorly by Derek with him having affairs but then she took matters into her own hands and started investigating for herself. It’s a brilliant plot that the author has thought out for this story. I like the author’s writing style and I found it very easy to read. Some of the other characters were intriguing too and played their parts well. This author writes really gripping books which I love reading so I look forward to her next book.
Blurb :
My husband’s girlfriend is dead. He says he didn’t kill her. But he’s been lying about everything else.
Eight years of marriage. A beautiful home in Connecticut. A sweet, affectionate four-year-old son.
Now, it’s 6 a.m., and the police are knocking at our door.
They found a dead girl floating in the university pool. My husband was having an affair with her. He was the last person to see her.
He’s a liar. But is he a killer?
I’d do a lot to keep our family together. But how much more can I take?
June 18, 2025
WoW. . . . He's Lying About Everything by Robin Mahle was an excellent psychological thriller, that will have you hooked from the very beginning and till the very end. I couldn't turn the pages over quick enough to find out what happens next. There are 3 main characters who are Evelyn, Derek, and Josie who is their new neighbour, I loved the way they told their story. It was a gripping novel that pulls you into a suspenseful web of so many secrets etc. They you may sit there and doubt, what you have read by one of the characters especially as it was full of brilliant twists and turns throughout which made it a roller coaster read.
Dereck is Evelyn husband and, her he loves her all the time . . . He sounds so lovely but there is more to him and he is hiding so many secrets. They have been married for 8 years now and have a son between them. They are all moving into a new house, Dereck has a new job, and this is a fresh new start for them all, which they all need so badly.
But, there is a reason why they are moving, Derek was proven innocent of drowning a student who he had been having an affair with.
Everything is going well, until someone is found murdered in his office at Dereck's new place of work! Now, Evelyn begins to question his involvement with these both of these deaths so she begins her own search for answers.
"Quick next page!!"
Now did Dereck murder his student?
Did he murder his work colleague at his new place of work?
If he did. . . . . . . Why?
He had everything - he is married and has a young son! he was working and had a roof over his head. . . . . . .
Thank you NetGalley and Joffe Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Dereck is Evelyn husband and, her he loves her all the time . . . He sounds so lovely but there is more to him and he is hiding so many secrets. They have been married for 8 years now and have a son between them. They are all moving into a new house, Dereck has a new job, and this is a fresh new start for them all, which they all need so badly.
But, there is a reason why they are moving, Derek was proven innocent of drowning a student who he had been having an affair with.
Everything is going well, until someone is found murdered in his office at Dereck's new place of work! Now, Evelyn begins to question his involvement with these both of these deaths so she begins her own search for answers.
"Quick next page!!"
Now did Dereck murder his student?
Did he murder his work colleague at his new place of work?
If he did. . . . . . . Why?
He had everything - he is married and has a young son! he was working and had a roof over his head. . . . . . .
Thank you NetGalley and Joffe Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
June 22, 2025
The novel follows a married couple living an ideal suburban life: a lovely home, a young son and a peaceful life. Their life turns topsy turvy when a student’s body is found in a pool and the husband is the main suspect as he was having an affair with the student. As cracks appear in her seemingly perfect marriage, the wife grapples with a horrifying possibility: her husband might be capable of murder.
The couple move to a new place and just as they are trying to settle down in their new place, a woman is found murdered and the husband ends up being the prime suspect again. The story continues at a fast pace from here, with new, gray characters entering the scene making the woman suspect everyone around her of deception, including her own husband.
Mahle employs a tight, suspenseful narrative that thrives on tension in relationships and characters behaving unexpectedly, atypical of the character. The story is told in short, punchy chapters in first person POV of different characters, switching from protagonist to the supporting characters. I am not sure POV switching works for this novel, especially since it taxes the reader to switch the perspective and motives of the narrating character and doesn’t add any benefit.
I found it hard to relate the most of the characters, but especially the protagonist. The wife remains loyal and faithful to her husband, despite knowing her husband has been unfaithful on multiple accounts and it is hard to digest. The husband’s character is underdeveloped and I couldn’t understand his motive behind some of his actions. Despite these shortcomings, the book is a quick read which is perfect as a filler between two heavy reads.
Readers who enjoy fast-paced, twist-driven thrillers will enjoy reading this new thriller from Mahle.
The couple move to a new place and just as they are trying to settle down in their new place, a woman is found murdered and the husband ends up being the prime suspect again. The story continues at a fast pace from here, with new, gray characters entering the scene making the woman suspect everyone around her of deception, including her own husband.
Mahle employs a tight, suspenseful narrative that thrives on tension in relationships and characters behaving unexpectedly, atypical of the character. The story is told in short, punchy chapters in first person POV of different characters, switching from protagonist to the supporting characters. I am not sure POV switching works for this novel, especially since it taxes the reader to switch the perspective and motives of the narrating character and doesn’t add any benefit.
I found it hard to relate the most of the characters, but especially the protagonist. The wife remains loyal and faithful to her husband, despite knowing her husband has been unfaithful on multiple accounts and it is hard to digest. The husband’s character is underdeveloped and I couldn’t understand his motive behind some of his actions. Despite these shortcomings, the book is a quick read which is perfect as a filler between two heavy reads.
Readers who enjoy fast-paced, twist-driven thrillers will enjoy reading this new thriller from Mahle.
June 18, 2025
Robin Mahle (favorite author) returns following The Compound with another twisty, Secrets and Suspense standalone psychological thriller, HE'S LYING ABOUT EVERYTHING. The intriguing plot with twists will captivate you from the first page to the last, leaving you eager to uncover the mystery.
A perfect marriage is interrupted by murder due to a husband's infidelity and web of deceit, and dark secrets, forcing the couple to move. It appears their past has followed them in this twisty thriller where nothing is as it seems, creating a suspenseful narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
About...
Derek Moore, a tenured English professor (husband) with a notorious reputation for infidelity, whose life unravels when he becomes a suspect in the murder of one of his university students, is found drowned in a pool. He was released; however, the stigma attached has ruined his reputation, so he, his wife, and his young son are moving.
Evelyn Moore, the wife, loves her husband, and they have been married for eight years with a four-year-old son, Ben. They met in college and live in a beautiful home in Connecticut. She has worked hard to render their impeccable image. However, do not look too closely, as the cracks are beginning to show. She was once a lawyer but gave up her career after the birth of her son.
When Detective Bartz arrived at their home regarding a Nicole Peterson (dead) her husband was having an affair with her. Can she trust him? They do not believe it was an accidental drowning.
So they are starting over. Now Evie is paranoid about everyone and tries not to get too close to anyone, fearing they will find out about her husband and this past. They cannot afford to have their past creep into the present.
Now in Beaufort, at a smaller college and in a new neighborhood, Evelyn begins receiving threatening notes about Derek's past. Who knows their past? Everyone from the suspicious neighbors to Ben's teacher could know. Like a time bomb ready to implode their lives.
Then another female professor, Shana, is discovered brutally murdered in Derek's office. Now, Evelyn can no longer hide her head in the sand. Is Derek lying?
She forgave him before, but this time she digs further and calls in a favor from a PI to find out more about Josie, the neighbor, her new friend Summer, and her husband.
My thoughts...
Robin cleverly knows how to build suspense and misdirection as we hear from POV: Derek, Josie (neighbor), and Evelyn, as there is more than meets the eye. Readers will be glued to the pages to solve this mystery to see if Derek is lying or who is setting him up.
The characters are connected in ways you cannot imagine, and the author cleverly captures the feeling of paranoia and claustrophobia as Evelyn tries to decide whom she can trust.
Are the two dead women connected? Will Evelyn stand by her man once again, or continue to protect her family, going to lengths she never thought possible? You may not like some of the characters (Derek); however, you will be entertained. (Josie)
A riveting, complex family drama and a sharp, twisty thriller all in one. A gripping whodunit mystery domestic popcorn thriller with a jaw-dropping wicked ending that will leave you reeling. The final twist is sure to shock and satisfy even the most discerning thriller fans.
If you have not read Robin's books (or her detective thrillers) you are missing out. I hope we see more of her, Detective Rebecca Ellis, soon! Missing her.
Recs...
HE'S LYING ABOUT EVERYTHING is for fans of Robin, and those who enjoy books by authors K. L. Slater, Daniel Hurst, Emily Shiner, Freida McFadden, and Miranda Rijks.
Thanks to Joffe Books and NetGalley for a gifted advanced review copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Blog review posted @
JudithDCollins.com
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My Rating: 4.5 Stars
Pub date: June 19, 2025
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A perfect marriage is interrupted by murder due to a husband's infidelity and web of deceit, and dark secrets, forcing the couple to move. It appears their past has followed them in this twisty thriller where nothing is as it seems, creating a suspenseful narrative that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
About...
Derek Moore, a tenured English professor (husband) with a notorious reputation for infidelity, whose life unravels when he becomes a suspect in the murder of one of his university students, is found drowned in a pool. He was released; however, the stigma attached has ruined his reputation, so he, his wife, and his young son are moving.
Evelyn Moore, the wife, loves her husband, and they have been married for eight years with a four-year-old son, Ben. They met in college and live in a beautiful home in Connecticut. She has worked hard to render their impeccable image. However, do not look too closely, as the cracks are beginning to show. She was once a lawyer but gave up her career after the birth of her son.
When Detective Bartz arrived at their home regarding a Nicole Peterson (dead) her husband was having an affair with her. Can she trust him? They do not believe it was an accidental drowning.
So they are starting over. Now Evie is paranoid about everyone and tries not to get too close to anyone, fearing they will find out about her husband and this past. They cannot afford to have their past creep into the present.
Now in Beaufort, at a smaller college and in a new neighborhood, Evelyn begins receiving threatening notes about Derek's past. Who knows their past? Everyone from the suspicious neighbors to Ben's teacher could know. Like a time bomb ready to implode their lives.
Then another female professor, Shana, is discovered brutally murdered in Derek's office. Now, Evelyn can no longer hide her head in the sand. Is Derek lying?
She forgave him before, but this time she digs further and calls in a favor from a PI to find out more about Josie, the neighbor, her new friend Summer, and her husband.
My thoughts...
Robin cleverly knows how to build suspense and misdirection as we hear from POV: Derek, Josie (neighbor), and Evelyn, as there is more than meets the eye. Readers will be glued to the pages to solve this mystery to see if Derek is lying or who is setting him up.
The characters are connected in ways you cannot imagine, and the author cleverly captures the feeling of paranoia and claustrophobia as Evelyn tries to decide whom she can trust.
Are the two dead women connected? Will Evelyn stand by her man once again, or continue to protect her family, going to lengths she never thought possible? You may not like some of the characters (Derek); however, you will be entertained. (Josie)
A riveting, complex family drama and a sharp, twisty thriller all in one. A gripping whodunit mystery domestic popcorn thriller with a jaw-dropping wicked ending that will leave you reeling. The final twist is sure to shock and satisfy even the most discerning thriller fans.
If you have not read Robin's books (or her detective thrillers) you are missing out. I hope we see more of her, Detective Rebecca Ellis, soon! Missing her.
Recs...
HE'S LYING ABOUT EVERYTHING is for fans of Robin, and those who enjoy books by authors K. L. Slater, Daniel Hurst, Emily Shiner, Freida McFadden, and Miranda Rijks.
Thanks to Joffe Books and NetGalley for a gifted advanced review copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Blog review posted @
JudithDCollins.com
@JudithDCollins | #JDCMustReadBooks
My Rating: 4.5 Stars
Pub date: June 19, 2025
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May 23, 2025
Buckle up for this one psychological thriller fans!! He's Lying About Everything will have you zigging when you should be zagging and zagging when you should be zigging! This was one amazing. twisty ride.
Evelyn, her narcissistic husband Derek, and their young son are forced to move to a new location after the death of a student at the university where Derek is a professor. Because they have proof of his inappropriate relationship with her, they let him go. Calling in a favor he finds work at a smaller university. Evelyn has forgiven his affair with the student and they seem to be moving forward with their new life. That is until another body, also close to Derek turns up. Though he was cleared of the first death, two deaths that close to home has Evelyn wondering if her husband is a cheater AND a murderer.
Filled with so many lies and so much deception, it was hard to figure out where this would end up. The tension and gasp out loud moments were never ending, right up to the explosive, didn't see that coming ending. The story is told through multiple perspectives and is very fast paced. You won't want to put this down until the end. This was my first read by Robin Mahle, but I am definitely going to be reading more by her. Read this book!! You won't be sorry!
Thanks to Netgalley and Joffe Books for the advanced copy
Evelyn, her narcissistic husband Derek, and their young son are forced to move to a new location after the death of a student at the university where Derek is a professor. Because they have proof of his inappropriate relationship with her, they let him go. Calling in a favor he finds work at a smaller university. Evelyn has forgiven his affair with the student and they seem to be moving forward with their new life. That is until another body, also close to Derek turns up. Though he was cleared of the first death, two deaths that close to home has Evelyn wondering if her husband is a cheater AND a murderer.
Filled with so many lies and so much deception, it was hard to figure out where this would end up. The tension and gasp out loud moments were never ending, right up to the explosive, didn't see that coming ending. The story is told through multiple perspectives and is very fast paced. You won't want to put this down until the end. This was my first read by Robin Mahle, but I am definitely going to be reading more by her. Read this book!! You won't be sorry!
Thanks to Netgalley and Joffe Books for the advanced copy
June 30, 2025
Evelyn hopes the move to a new town will change everything and help to repair her troubled marriage. Derek was given the opportunity to retire from the college where he previously taught after one of his students, a young woman he had an affair with, drowned under mysterious circumstances, Derek swore his innocence and there was not enough evidence to convict him. But now, in their new college town, a beautiful professor is found stabbed to death in Derek’s office. His past is no longer a secret from the townspeople, he is investigated again and Evelyn, who suspects another affair, feels ostracized. She makes one new friend, Summer, a teacher at her son’s school. Together, they hope to unravel the situation that Derek has once again brought to his family.
There are so many lies and secrets in He’s Lying about Everything that its hard to tell when someone is telling the truth. I really liked this psychological thriller until the final pages. Without spoilers, I thought the conclusion was not at all believable and could not possibly happen in real life. Evelyn went from being a confident former lawyer to participating, without doubts, in ill-conceived events. 3 stars.
Thank you to NetGalley, Joffe Books and Robin Mahle for this ARC.
There are so many lies and secrets in He’s Lying about Everything that its hard to tell when someone is telling the truth. I really liked this psychological thriller until the final pages. Without spoilers, I thought the conclusion was not at all believable and could not possibly happen in real life. Evelyn went from being a confident former lawyer to participating, without doubts, in ill-conceived events. 3 stars.
Thank you to NetGalley, Joffe Books and Robin Mahle for this ARC.
June 23, 2025
I'm reviewing this as part of a tour with Zooloo's Book Tours.
A young woman has been found dead, and the police believe that Evelyn's husband, Derek, had a connection with her. What happened to Nicole? Was Derek responsible for her death? Who will Evelyn believe - her husband of eight years, or someone else?
Evelyn was definitely the character that I felt the strongest connection with, and as I was reading, I found myself thinking about how it might feel to be in her situation. She struck me as a forgiving person; a loyal wife prepared to stand by her husband.
The story was fast-paced and flowed easily. The individual chapters were short, which made the book more of a page turner, as I had to read the next chapter to find out what happened next.
There were several characters that I didn't really trust, and I found myself questioning their intentions more and more, as the book progressed. The story kept me guessing, and the conclusion came as a surprise to me.
If you're looking for a thriller that's easy to read in one sitting, give this a try.
Thank you to Zooloo's Book Tours, Joffe Books, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.
A young woman has been found dead, and the police believe that Evelyn's husband, Derek, had a connection with her. What happened to Nicole? Was Derek responsible for her death? Who will Evelyn believe - her husband of eight years, or someone else?
Evelyn was definitely the character that I felt the strongest connection with, and as I was reading, I found myself thinking about how it might feel to be in her situation. She struck me as a forgiving person; a loyal wife prepared to stand by her husband.
The story was fast-paced and flowed easily. The individual chapters were short, which made the book more of a page turner, as I had to read the next chapter to find out what happened next.
There were several characters that I didn't really trust, and I found myself questioning their intentions more and more, as the book progressed. The story kept me guessing, and the conclusion came as a surprise to me.
If you're looking for a thriller that's easy to read in one sitting, give this a try.
Thank you to Zooloo's Book Tours, Joffe Books, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.
May 28, 2025
Derek has now been closely connected with two different women who were murdered. He insists that he had nothing to do with it but Evelyn doesn't know who to believe. When she starts to get to know people in her new neighborhood, things just get even more complicated. Who do you believe? Who is REALLY responsible for the murders?
He's Lying About Everything was a pretty fast paced, easy read. It was told in multiple POV's and there were a handful of "side" characters, but it was never hard to keep track of anybody or anything that was going on. The author did a great job in getting you to constantly second guess who you thought was telling the truth! I was flip flopping the whole time about what I thought was happening and in the end, I was WAY off! The end is where it lost just a bit for me, unfortunately. It all seemed to happen really quickly and while I was surprised by the twist, I wish it would have been just a bit more fleshed out at the end.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
He's Lying About Everything was a pretty fast paced, easy read. It was told in multiple POV's and there were a handful of "side" characters, but it was never hard to keep track of anybody or anything that was going on. The author did a great job in getting you to constantly second guess who you thought was telling the truth! I was flip flopping the whole time about what I thought was happening and in the end, I was WAY off! The end is where it lost just a bit for me, unfortunately. It all seemed to happen really quickly and while I was surprised by the twist, I wish it would have been just a bit more fleshed out at the end.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.
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