“A twisty road of deception that starts with a bang and ends with an explosion.”—Samantha Downing, USA Today bestselling

“A taut, propulsive plot with twists that will take your breath away.”—Sarah Pekkanen

“Intricate, complex, and devilishly clever… like reading a burning stick of dynamite.” —J. T. Ellison, New York Times bestselling author

“Jaw-dropping…The First to Lie will shock even the savviest of suspense readers.” —Heather Gudenkauf, New York Times bestselling author

“You will tear through the pages of this breathless, keep-you-up-all-night thriller.” —Jennifer Hillier, award-winning author

“Stellar... Ryan could win a sixth Agatha with this one.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“A magnificent, intricately plotted thriller that will have you questioning everyone’s motives until the stunning ending.” —Samantha M. Bailey, bestselling author of Woman on the Edge

“Filled with sharp insights, The First to Lie is a house of mirrors, taking us on a thrilling ride of dizzying twists and shocking revelations.” —Angie Kim, national bestselling author of Miracle Creek

“A must-read for thriller lovers--the compelling and twist-filled plot fearlessly delves into the intersections of revenge and family secrets.” —Vanessa Lillie, bestselling author of Little Voices

“Expert pacing, richly drawn characters, and seamless storytelling are just some of the ingredients that make this novel impossible to put down. Fabulous!” —Hannah Mary McKinnon, internationally bestselling author of Sister Dear