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I'll Take the Lie
Does the truth really set you free? Paige Hall doubts it, after her boyfriend Justin tells her he’s over it, leaving her with a broken heart and crushed dreams. When Justin disappears, she can’t help but try to find out what happened to him. But when the more she searches, the more problems arise, she can’t help but wonder if it would be better to just accept the lie…
- GenresMystery Thriller
247 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 27, 2019
About the author
Nancy E. Wood
5 books79 followersNancy E Wood was born into a missionary family and lived in Hungary until she turned twenty. Her whole childhood, she loved reading and stories, writing some of her own, but never believing she actually had the talent to be an author. Speaking multiple languages, she never thought she would be good enough in any to become a wordsmith.
Her senior year of high school, she was encouraged to write short stories, one of which turned into Perfect, a novel that couldn't stay short. After sharing it with a few people, she decided to get it published a couple years later. She went to college in Florida, where she studied English and Music. After graduating, she married and moved to California. She published her standalone book, I’ll Take the Lie, in the summer of 2019 and is currently finishing the Perfect trilogy. She also runs a blog for young women, where she writes relatable and motivational posts that point to God. She has also done some speaking in different Christian schools and youth groups, encouraging teens to pursue Christ through some of the most difficult years of their lives.
Her senior year of high school, she was encouraged to write short stories, one of which turned into Perfect, a novel that couldn't stay short. After sharing it with a few people, she decided to get it published a couple years later. She went to college in Florida, where she studied English and Music. After graduating, she married and moved to California. She published her standalone book, I’ll Take the Lie, in the summer of 2019 and is currently finishing the Perfect trilogy. She also runs a blog for young women, where she writes relatable and motivational posts that point to God. She has also done some speaking in different Christian schools and youth groups, encouraging teens to pursue Christ through some of the most difficult years of their lives.
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May 20, 2020
This is a serious novel for young people. High school senior, Paige, is determined to find out what has happened to her ex-boyfriend when he is reported missing. In fact, she is obsessed with the task. She gets into some adventures and irritates many people. She ultimately finds out the truth but at a high cost to her self and her family.
There are many themes covered in this book. Paige is not a Christian but there are Christians in the story so faith is one theme. Another theme concerns truth and how the truth sets one free. Another theme revolves around family relationships and there are some serious problems in Paige's family, especially with her parents. Another theme explores girl guy relationships. Paige has a side kick, Freddie, who I wish she would appreciate more. Paige's brother has a couple of relationships, one good, one not so good. Paige herself had fallen apart when the now missing ex-boyfriend had dumped her some time ago. Anxiety attacks and counseling followed.
The novel contains many issues young people might face today. I think it would be good for parents to read the book along with the youth as there is potential for good discussions, especially about relationships. The book is written well and held my interest throughout.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Celebrate Lit. My comments are an independent and honest review.
There are many themes covered in this book. Paige is not a Christian but there are Christians in the story so faith is one theme. Another theme concerns truth and how the truth sets one free. Another theme revolves around family relationships and there are some serious problems in Paige's family, especially with her parents. Another theme explores girl guy relationships. Paige has a side kick, Freddie, who I wish she would appreciate more. Paige's brother has a couple of relationships, one good, one not so good. Paige herself had fallen apart when the now missing ex-boyfriend had dumped her some time ago. Anxiety attacks and counseling followed.
The novel contains many issues young people might face today. I think it would be good for parents to read the book along with the youth as there is potential for good discussions, especially about relationships. The book is written well and held my interest throughout.
I received a complimentary digital copy of this book through Celebrate Lit. My comments are an independent and honest review.
October 5, 2020
Now before I start this review I would like to point out how much I have fallen in love with Nancy E Wood’s books! Her books both have torn me apart and built me back up again. Her books have always left me heartbroken when I end them. I honesty have found a new author that I have fallen in love with. I cannot believe that in the sort time of about three weeks I have fallen in love with a new author. Normally it takes about two times after I read an author’s book for me to fall in love with. Wood has done the impossible.
I’ll take a Lie is the first mystery book that I have read this year. It is crazy to think that this is the first of this year! The year is coming slowly to an end and I just read my first mystery book. I love mystery stories! Normally I would be on my third to fourth at least.
Just when I thought I could not love Wood anymore I found out that each of her books has a Spotify playlist that goes with each book. Music is such a big part of my life. I have a playlist for almost everything. I enjoyed listening to her playlist while reading each book. It helped me to understand how Wood was feeling when she wrote this book. While I did not enjoy some of the songs I enjoyed connecting the songs with the story.
Like any reader when I started this book I started this book as soon as I got it and did not stop until it was done. When I finished this book I literally texted my best friend that I was heartbroken because while the ending added closure to the story I felt terrible for the characters in this story. I wanted to be able to hug them sometimes. But one thing that I truly love about the way Wood writes is that she does not end her books with a happy ending but rather an ending that is very much like what would happen if we were in Paige’s shoes. I both really love and hate this. It is hard to see the character in pain, but in their pain, we are able to better connect with them.
This is not a Christian book but there is a character that is Christian and there are Christian themes. I enjoyed getting to know each character that is evolved in this story. I honestly felt bad for Freddie. Paige often times mistreated him even though he was trying to help her as best as he could. He only wanted to protect her from the truth. In a very real way, I was able to understand Freddie because I have been in his shoes. Even though Freddie was a minor character he was the character I was able to connect with the most.
Another character I enjoyed getting to see was Alex. He had a lot going on in his life. I enjoyed not only getting to see how Paige viewed him bout we also got an inside look as to how Alex was feeling during the whole book. Paige was not the only one who was wondering if the truth was really worth is, Alex also did. He was struggling. Now as much as I would love to dig deeper into what all was going on with Alex I have to stop before I spoil parts of the book. Now normally I fall in love with the main character of the book but this book changed that. I fell in love with Freddie and Alex.
Overall, I loved this book so much. Nancy E Wood has yet to write a book that I have not loved. Both of the books she has written I have fallen in love with. The only thing I wish was that Wood would also turn this book into a series. I would love to hear more about what happens to Paige and her family. I know that their ending was not really a happy ending but we do not always have happy endings. Rather it is how we view our ending.
I received a copy of this book for my honest review and was in no way required to post a positive review.
I’ll take a Lie is the first mystery book that I have read this year. It is crazy to think that this is the first of this year! The year is coming slowly to an end and I just read my first mystery book. I love mystery stories! Normally I would be on my third to fourth at least.
Just when I thought I could not love Wood anymore I found out that each of her books has a Spotify playlist that goes with each book. Music is such a big part of my life. I have a playlist for almost everything. I enjoyed listening to her playlist while reading each book. It helped me to understand how Wood was feeling when she wrote this book. While I did not enjoy some of the songs I enjoyed connecting the songs with the story.
Like any reader when I started this book I started this book as soon as I got it and did not stop until it was done. When I finished this book I literally texted my best friend that I was heartbroken because while the ending added closure to the story I felt terrible for the characters in this story. I wanted to be able to hug them sometimes. But one thing that I truly love about the way Wood writes is that she does not end her books with a happy ending but rather an ending that is very much like what would happen if we were in Paige’s shoes. I both really love and hate this. It is hard to see the character in pain, but in their pain, we are able to better connect with them.
This is not a Christian book but there is a character that is Christian and there are Christian themes. I enjoyed getting to know each character that is evolved in this story. I honestly felt bad for Freddie. Paige often times mistreated him even though he was trying to help her as best as he could. He only wanted to protect her from the truth. In a very real way, I was able to understand Freddie because I have been in his shoes. Even though Freddie was a minor character he was the character I was able to connect with the most.
Another character I enjoyed getting to see was Alex. He had a lot going on in his life. I enjoyed not only getting to see how Paige viewed him bout we also got an inside look as to how Alex was feeling during the whole book. Paige was not the only one who was wondering if the truth was really worth is, Alex also did. He was struggling. Now as much as I would love to dig deeper into what all was going on with Alex I have to stop before I spoil parts of the book. Now normally I fall in love with the main character of the book but this book changed that. I fell in love with Freddie and Alex.
Overall, I loved this book so much. Nancy E Wood has yet to write a book that I have not loved. Both of the books she has written I have fallen in love with. The only thing I wish was that Wood would also turn this book into a series. I would love to hear more about what happens to Paige and her family. I know that their ending was not really a happy ending but we do not always have happy endings. Rather it is how we view our ending.
I received a copy of this book for my honest review and was in no way required to post a positive review.
May 22, 2020
“Who would’ve known that saying yes to the hottest football player would lead to me sitting in a police station alone, waiting to be questioned in his disappearance?”
After finishing this book, I feel as though I’ve just watched a program on Investigation Discovery, and that’s not a bad thing. I found this story to be quite compelling and easy to read as far as comprehension is concerned. Despite figuring out the solution to the mystery fairly early on, I did not want to stop reading until that last page was turned. I’ve always enjoyed mysteries, so it’s a treat when I have the opportunity to get a review copy of one.
As indicated by its title, “I’ll Take the Lie” features a first-person narrator, high school senior Paige Hall, whose ex-boyfriend goes missing at the outset. Author Nancy Wood does a commendable job of introducing Paige’s backstory, as well as that of the other characters, at a measured pace that keeps things interesting. By withholding some information, she sets readers up for surprises later on, a technique which I personally find enjoyable in this genre. In my opinion, there were not many likable characters in this story, but I did like Freddie for his loyalty and kindness. Amy is likewise endowed with patience and the love of Christ, which stands in stark contrast to the majority of Paige’s family.
In fact, it’s the family and relationship dynamics that bothered me about this book. While bearing in mind that of course no meaningful relationship is without its conflicts, those in “I’ll Take the Lie” are destructive and dysfunctional. From the Hall family itself to each member’s personal lives, there are multitudinous issues which those involved attempt to ignore or brush away, leading to tragic consequences. As Paige begins to question, “Justin had been the best thing that had happened to me. But had he also been the worst?” This is a story that remains true to life because Wood portrays young people as they can be in real life, with the partying, cheating, and getting drunk and high. In spite of this, however, she does keep this an otherwise clean book, with no profanity or bedroom scenes. The faith element remains very subdued, and only in the final chapters does it start to truly shine through, revealing that God has a purpose for each of us, and for our pain. Don’t settle for the lie; trust the Lord and see Him at work in your situation.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.
After finishing this book, I feel as though I’ve just watched a program on Investigation Discovery, and that’s not a bad thing. I found this story to be quite compelling and easy to read as far as comprehension is concerned. Despite figuring out the solution to the mystery fairly early on, I did not want to stop reading until that last page was turned. I’ve always enjoyed mysteries, so it’s a treat when I have the opportunity to get a review copy of one.
As indicated by its title, “I’ll Take the Lie” features a first-person narrator, high school senior Paige Hall, whose ex-boyfriend goes missing at the outset. Author Nancy Wood does a commendable job of introducing Paige’s backstory, as well as that of the other characters, at a measured pace that keeps things interesting. By withholding some information, she sets readers up for surprises later on, a technique which I personally find enjoyable in this genre. In my opinion, there were not many likable characters in this story, but I did like Freddie for his loyalty and kindness. Amy is likewise endowed with patience and the love of Christ, which stands in stark contrast to the majority of Paige’s family.
In fact, it’s the family and relationship dynamics that bothered me about this book. While bearing in mind that of course no meaningful relationship is without its conflicts, those in “I’ll Take the Lie” are destructive and dysfunctional. From the Hall family itself to each member’s personal lives, there are multitudinous issues which those involved attempt to ignore or brush away, leading to tragic consequences. As Paige begins to question, “Justin had been the best thing that had happened to me. But had he also been the worst?” This is a story that remains true to life because Wood portrays young people as they can be in real life, with the partying, cheating, and getting drunk and high. In spite of this, however, she does keep this an otherwise clean book, with no profanity or bedroom scenes. The faith element remains very subdued, and only in the final chapters does it start to truly shine through, revealing that God has a purpose for each of us, and for our pain. Don’t settle for the lie; trust the Lord and see Him at work in your situation.
I received a complimentary copy of this book through Celebrate Lit and was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are my own.
May 23, 2020
The story is a look at what happens if you can’t accept a lie and must know the truth. Paige is on a quest to find out what happened to her ex-boyfriend. It was odd that he broke up with Paige so unexpectedly and then suddenly disappears. I thought is was a bit weird that more wasn’t being done to find him. What were his friends hiding? Shouldn’t they be more concerned that their friend is missing?
Although I found the mystery very intriguing , it was Paige’s family that really piqued my interest. Her family is so disconnected from each other, I wondered if they lived in the same house. A sister who is just plain mean, to a brother who decides that living on the edge is better than facing reality. Paige’s father is not trustworthy at all . Paige will come face to face with some truths that can either set her free or cause her to walk away from everything.
The story is like an onion that is slowly peeled away as it stings your eyes. Living with lies has caused Paige to become numb to things around her. Even though she is determined to know the truth, she has no idea that the truth will shatter many lives. I loved how the author writes a story that shows the ugly side of being deceitful where pain awaits. I didn’t see the ending coming and I must say it was a shock at first. Even though I had a front seat to what was happening I still didn’t connect the dots. It is a perfect example of how the enemy can cause us to ignore the truth and believe lies.
The more Paige investigates the closer the truth will touch her life in a way she never expected. There are some topics that may be uncomfortable for some such as drugs, physical abuse and intimacy. These subjects are prevalent today because young people are faced with doing what is right vs falling to peer pressure. I walked away from this story knowing that the “truth will set you free.” You may not like the truth, but truth helps you move on, forgive and hopefully become a better person.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
Although I found the mystery very intriguing , it was Paige’s family that really piqued my interest. Her family is so disconnected from each other, I wondered if they lived in the same house. A sister who is just plain mean, to a brother who decides that living on the edge is better than facing reality. Paige’s father is not trustworthy at all . Paige will come face to face with some truths that can either set her free or cause her to walk away from everything.
The story is like an onion that is slowly peeled away as it stings your eyes. Living with lies has caused Paige to become numb to things around her. Even though she is determined to know the truth, she has no idea that the truth will shatter many lives. I loved how the author writes a story that shows the ugly side of being deceitful where pain awaits. I didn’t see the ending coming and I must say it was a shock at first. Even though I had a front seat to what was happening I still didn’t connect the dots. It is a perfect example of how the enemy can cause us to ignore the truth and believe lies.
The more Paige investigates the closer the truth will touch her life in a way she never expected. There are some topics that may be uncomfortable for some such as drugs, physical abuse and intimacy. These subjects are prevalent today because young people are faced with doing what is right vs falling to peer pressure. I walked away from this story knowing that the “truth will set you free.” You may not like the truth, but truth helps you move on, forgive and hopefully become a better person.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
May 24, 2020
My review does contain what some may consider “spoilers.” I felt I needed to include them to fully explain my thoughts on the book’s inclusion in a Christian school library.
Nancy Wood has written a young adult novel which shows some of the darker aspects of the lives of teens in non-Christian families. Paige, the narrator of I’ll Take the Lie, lives in a world where parental drinking of alcohol and even marital infidelity have a role. Teen drinking and alcohol use as well as drug use and other illegal activities are also a part of her world, and aren’t necessarily viewed as wrong. The plot really shows the lostness and depravity of life without Christ.
Amy, one of the somewhat minor characters, is a believer. On at least one occasion Paige attends church with Amy. In the end when the world around her is falling apart, Paige is searching for truth. I would have liked to see more of a faith element throughout the plot but was happy to see the hope of redemption in the end.
I do think the book is well-written and shows a side of life that many Christians teens do not really know or understand. I think the book does have its place for the mature teen who wants to better understand the world their secular counterparts experience on a daily basis. I could see I’ll Take the Lie being a great book for a teen book club with Christian youth leader leading the discussion.
While there is a turning to the Bible in the end, the road the characters take is a very rough one. If I were to place this in a K-12 Christian school library, I would designate it for high school only due to some of the content.
I want to thank Celebrate Lit for the complimentary e-copy. This is my honest review.
Nancy Wood has written a young adult novel which shows some of the darker aspects of the lives of teens in non-Christian families. Paige, the narrator of I’ll Take the Lie, lives in a world where parental drinking of alcohol and even marital infidelity have a role. Teen drinking and alcohol use as well as drug use and other illegal activities are also a part of her world, and aren’t necessarily viewed as wrong. The plot really shows the lostness and depravity of life without Christ.
Amy, one of the somewhat minor characters, is a believer. On at least one occasion Paige attends church with Amy. In the end when the world around her is falling apart, Paige is searching for truth. I would have liked to see more of a faith element throughout the plot but was happy to see the hope of redemption in the end.
I do think the book is well-written and shows a side of life that many Christians teens do not really know or understand. I think the book does have its place for the mature teen who wants to better understand the world their secular counterparts experience on a daily basis. I could see I’ll Take the Lie being a great book for a teen book club with Christian youth leader leading the discussion.
While there is a turning to the Bible in the end, the road the characters take is a very rough one. If I were to place this in a K-12 Christian school library, I would designate it for high school only due to some of the content.
I want to thank Celebrate Lit for the complimentary e-copy. This is my honest review.
May 26, 2020
As I read Paige Hall's story, I was reminded once again how blessed I was to grow up in a Christian home. Paige's parents drink alcohol and they aren't always faithful to each other so their three children are growing up with negative influences, to say the least. As her story begins, Paige doesn't know why her boyfriend Justin broke up with her and she doesn't know why he has suddenly disappeared. As she begins to search for answers, she seems to be the only one really concerned that he is gone. It is as her search continues that we get a glimpse of just how troubling her life truly is!
I'll Take the Lie offers readers a mystery and a realistic portrayal of the temptations that today's teens face. Topics such as teen drinking, use of drugs, and sexual intimacy are mentioned and Paige discovers a shocking secret as her search for Justin continues. When Paige questions if she should have left the truth unsaid, she is reminded by her Christian friend Amy that "The truth is always better, Paige. It might hurt, but it's the real thing. We can't live fairytale lives." Or, as the Bible tells us in John 8:32, "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
There isn't a strong faith message spoken but Paige's friend Amy is a positive Christian influence and her Christian witness gives Paige a look at forgiveness and redemption. I'll Take the Lie is a well-written and thought-provoking book by Nancy E. Wood and I recommend it to both teen and adult readers.
I received a copy from the author and Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required and these are my own thoughts.
I'll Take the Lie offers readers a mystery and a realistic portrayal of the temptations that today's teens face. Topics such as teen drinking, use of drugs, and sexual intimacy are mentioned and Paige discovers a shocking secret as her search for Justin continues. When Paige questions if she should have left the truth unsaid, she is reminded by her Christian friend Amy that "The truth is always better, Paige. It might hurt, but it's the real thing. We can't live fairytale lives." Or, as the Bible tells us in John 8:32, "And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free."
There isn't a strong faith message spoken but Paige's friend Amy is a positive Christian influence and her Christian witness gives Paige a look at forgiveness and redemption. I'll Take the Lie is a well-written and thought-provoking book by Nancy E. Wood and I recommend it to both teen and adult readers.
I received a copy from the author and Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required and these are my own thoughts.
June 2, 2020
More like 3 and half stars.
I'll Take the Lie was a compelling and cautionary tale that was a bit on the darker side of the reality of the lies we tell ourselves and those around us.
Paige Hall is having anxiety attacks which seem to stem from the breakup of her and her boyfriend, Justin, months ago. I completely understood the angst and the self-esteem issues she was having after that event and the surrounding encounters. Especially since her family seemed very unsupportive.
Then Justin goes missing. Paige wants to know where he is and what happened to him. Enlisting help from a good friend she becomes her own detective. But the secrets she uncovers are possibly more than she can bear. Especially as she uncovers just how deep her family's fractures are.
I have mixed feelings about this book and how I should rate it. Again, it was a page turner. I was invested in the story, wanting Paige to get some closure and at the same time to move on with her life. But the more I kept reading I saw that this was a train wreck coming. Not really something I like reading. But I would say again that this can be viewed as a cautionary tale and a thought provoking book especially on truth. No matter how hard, truth is better than the lie. Even if you would rather take the lie, like Paige and this reader wanted to.
I was provided a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.
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I'll Take the Lie was a compelling and cautionary tale that was a bit on the darker side of the reality of the lies we tell ourselves and those around us.
Paige Hall is having anxiety attacks which seem to stem from the breakup of her and her boyfriend, Justin, months ago. I completely understood the angst and the self-esteem issues she was having after that event and the surrounding encounters. Especially since her family seemed very unsupportive.
Then Justin goes missing. Paige wants to know where he is and what happened to him. Enlisting help from a good friend she becomes her own detective. But the secrets she uncovers are possibly more than she can bear. Especially as she uncovers just how deep her family's fractures are.
I have mixed feelings about this book and how I should rate it. Again, it was a page turner. I was invested in the story, wanting Paige to get some closure and at the same time to move on with her life. But the more I kept reading I saw that this was a train wreck coming. Not really something I like reading. But I would say again that this can be viewed as a cautionary tale and a thought provoking book especially on truth. No matter how hard, truth is better than the lie. Even if you would rather take the lie, like Paige and this reader wanted to.
I was provided a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review, and all views and opinions are my own.
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June 1, 2020
Christian fiction for young adults is quickly becoming a genre I read a lot of. It’s not because it’s my favorite genre. It isn’t. But, my children are getting older and I want to know what they’re reading is good and wholesome and encouraging. My children are growing and learning and I want what they read to not be a stumbling block. We can’t unsee or unread what we’ve allowed to enter our minds.
I’ll Take the Lie brings you a reality where the truth is stranger than the lie and where when you search for the truth you wonder if you should have possibly just left the lie as your truth.
This is a well-written book. I enjoyed reading it. But I’m on the fence on whether I think my 15-year-old daughter should read it. There is a lot of “real life” stuff in the book and lots of relationship issues both with parents and friends. In my personal opinion, this book would be better suited for an older teen or even a college-age person.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
I’ll Take the Lie brings you a reality where the truth is stranger than the lie and where when you search for the truth you wonder if you should have possibly just left the lie as your truth.
This is a well-written book. I enjoyed reading it. But I’m on the fence on whether I think my 15-year-old daughter should read it. There is a lot of “real life” stuff in the book and lots of relationship issues both with parents and friends. In my personal opinion, this book would be better suited for an older teen or even a college-age person.
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
June 1, 2020
With a family that seems to be experiencing a lot of dysfunctional circumstances and having difficulty communicating with each other, this story caught my attention. Paige, a high school senior, refuses to take the disappearance of her former boyfriend at face value. She decides to investigate on her on to try to find out what actually happened to him.
Told from Paige’s point of view, the author does a great job of building Paige’s backstory. I loved reading about family dynamics, even though tension and more were evident. Reading how Paige planned on investigating the disappearance of Justin, I had a feeling bad things might happen as a result.
I definitely wanted to keep reading to discover how the story was going to turn out. So check this book out for yourself and see what you think.
I received a copy of this book for my fair and honest review.
Told from Paige’s point of view, the author does a great job of building Paige’s backstory. I loved reading about family dynamics, even though tension and more were evident. Reading how Paige planned on investigating the disappearance of Justin, I had a feeling bad things might happen as a result.
I definitely wanted to keep reading to discover how the story was going to turn out. So check this book out for yourself and see what you think.
I received a copy of this book for my fair and honest review.
May 26, 2020
"I’ll Take the Lie" by Nancy E. Wood is a mystery that is intriguing. I was wondering why Justin's mother and friends don't seem to be more determined with finding out what happened ti him more than they were and I even thought the police seem lacked in their investigation.
I couldn't believe Paige's family, talk about being disconnected from each other.
This story is based on the Biblical verse "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
This book deals with drugs, physical abuse and intimacy.
The ending was a shock to me but it makes the title more meaningful to the story.
I was given a complimentary copy by the author and Celebrate Lit. These opinions are my own.
I couldn't believe Paige's family, talk about being disconnected from each other.
This story is based on the Biblical verse "Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free."
This book deals with drugs, physical abuse and intimacy.
The ending was a shock to me but it makes the title more meaningful to the story.
I was given a complimentary copy by the author and Celebrate Lit. These opinions are my own.
May 30, 2020
Gritty and angst-filled but astoundingly difficult to put down. Readers get a first-hand look at a family painfully imploding yet coming out on the other side into a brighter future. This one is not for the faint of heart but one will find something of themselves somewhere in these complicated characters. A wake-up call to anyone who stays silent while those they know and love spiral downward into destruction. A valuable but not lighthearted YA read. Go for it!
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book. A favorable review was not required, no compensation was received, and all views expressed are my own.
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy of this book. A favorable review was not required, no compensation was received, and all views expressed are my own.
September 7, 2020
I'm not usually a mystery reader, but I really enjoyed this one! Good plot, and good interweaving the pieces together to create a compelling story. The take on the main character's situation was interesting—I'm not sure if it made for the most compelling main character you wanted to root for, but the situation was certainly believable.
May 11, 2020
I'll Take the Lie: Does the truth really set you free? is my first introduction to the writing of Nancy E Wood. I thought it was a great read. I enjoyed taking this journey with Paige for a few days. The story had quite the mixture I like to read in a book. Which includes: mystery, suspense, and adventure. I never knew what was going to happen next because of all of the twists and turns. It was definitely not one tale I could predict as to how it would all end.
I am giving I’ll Take the Lie four and a half stars. I can not wait to read more by Nancy E Wood in the future. She has proven herself to be a strong storyteller. I believe readers who enjoy suspenseful reads that has a clean message of faith and inspiration will want to pick this one up. It is most definitely not a book to be missed.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
I am giving I’ll Take the Lie four and a half stars. I can not wait to read more by Nancy E Wood in the future. She has proven herself to be a strong storyteller. I believe readers who enjoy suspenseful reads that has a clean message of faith and inspiration will want to pick this one up. It is most definitely not a book to be missed.
I received this book from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.
November 17, 2019
This book was extraordinary and very pleasing very well thought out. Super Intresting!!! Love the writer.
Sincerely, Alasia McGruder
(Trinity Christian Academy)
Sincerely, Alasia McGruder
(Trinity Christian Academy)
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