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This thriller shares a tense and twisty tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
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The best books like Simply Lies are:
- 1First Lie Wins by Ashley Elston0
- 2The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins0
- 3A Slow Fire Burning by Paula Hawkins0
- 4The It Girl by Ruth Ware0
- 5Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn0
- 6The Housemaid by Freida McFadden4.5
- 7The Tenant by Freida McFadden4.2
- 8Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn4.2
- 9The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides4.2
- 10The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware4.0
Private investigator Mickey Gibson takes what seems like a routine case but quickly finds herself caught in a web of lies and deception when her client may not be who she claims to be
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This thriller shares a dark and unsettling tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
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This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This thriller shares a dark and introspective tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
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This thriller shares a sinister and manipulative tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
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This thriller shares a anxious and claustrophobic tone that will resonate with Simply Lies fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like Simply Lies
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Lie Wins | Ashley Elston | 0 | — | — | Closest match |
| The Girl on the Train | Paula Hawkins | 0 | 2015 | 336 | Similar vibes |
| A Slow Fire Burning | Paula Hawkins | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The It Girl | Ruth Ware | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| Gone Girl | Gillian Flynn | 0 | 2012 | — | Similar vibes |
| The Housemaid | Freida McFadden | 4.5 | 2022 | 332 | Similar vibes |
| The Tenant | Freida McFadden | 4.2 | 2025 | 368 | Similar vibes |
| Sharp Objects | Gillian Flynn | 4.2 | 2018 | 393 | Similar vibes |
| The Silent Patient | Alex Michaelides | 4.2 | 2019 | 340 | Similar vibes |
| The Woman in Cabin 10 | Ruth Ware | 4.0 | 2016 | 352 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to Simply Lies?
The most similar books to Simply Lies are First Lie Wins, The Girl on the Train, A Slow Fire Burning.
What should I read after Simply Lies?
After finishing Simply Lies, readers most commonly pick up First Lie Wins next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by David Baldacci, such as The Edge.
Who writes books like David Baldacci?
Authors similar to David Baldacci include Gillian Flynn, Ruth Ware.
What genre is Simply Lies?
Simply Lies is a Thriller novel by David Baldacci. It features elements of Unreliable Narrator, Private Investigator, Deception.
How long is Simply Lies?
Simply Lies varies in length depending on edition.
Does Simply Lies have romance/spice?
Simply Lies has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
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About Simply Lies
Private investigator Mickey Gibson takes what seems like a routine case but quickly finds herself caught in a web of lies and deception when her client may not be who she claims to be. As Mickey investigates deeper, she realizes that nothing about the case is what it appears, and she may be the target of an elaborate and dangerous scheme. Baldacci crafts a twisty psychological thriller that keeps readers guessing about truth and deception while exploring themes of identity, trust, and the dangerous consequences of believing the wrong person. Ideal for psychological thriller fans who enjoy unreliable narrators, private investigator protagonists, and stories where the line between truth and lies becomes increasingly blurred until the shocking revelation.