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All the Lies We Tell (Quarry Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Megan Hart (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
3.8 out of 5 stars 4,427 ratings

This sexy romantic drama from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Megan Hart explores the tangled lives—and loves—of childhood friends.

Everyone knew Alicia Harrison’s marriage to Ilya Stern wouldn’t last. They’d grown up on a remote stretch of Quarry Street, where there were two houses, two sets of siblings, and eventually, a tangled mess of betrayal, longing, and loss. Tragedy catapulted Allie and Ilya together, but divorce—even as neighbors—has been relatively uncomplicated.

Then Ilya’s brother, Nikolai, comes home for their grandmother’s last days. He’s the guy who teased and fought with Allie, infuriated her, then fled town without a good-bye. Now Niko makes her feel something else entirely—a rush of connection and pure desire that she’s been trying to quench since one secret kiss years ago. Niko’s not sticking around. She’s not going to leave. And after all that’s happened between their families, this can’t be anything more than brief pleasure and a bad idea.

But the lies we tell ourselves can’t compete with the truths our hearts refuse to let go…

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  1. Book 1 of 2
    Quarry Road
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    306 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Montlake Romance
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  6. Publication date
    May 1, 2017
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“Hart explores tragedy, guilt, love, and longing with a masterful balance of emotional intensity and sexual tension using flashback vignettes to great effect, then hints at an explosive secret to be revealed in a sequel.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Guilt and forgiveness are the powerful muses that fuel Hart's newest endeavor. Poignant, heartfelt, and raw with realism, Hart writes in the past and the present to take readers on a journey that examines the intricacies of human nature and the choices we make that shape us. Rich in detail with complex characters and Hart's familiar bold and honest dialogue, All the Lies We Tell offers a chance at redemption and forgiveness to two families who are torn apart and then rebuilt by tragedy.” —RT Book Reviews, 4 Stars

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The depth and truth of the emotions that author Megan Hart captures on these pages is remarkable—she gives new meaning to the phrase “It’s complicated.” Stories of unrequited love may be my favorite reading: the longing, the delayed gratification, the sweet suffering…the slow build as “unrequited” turns into an unbearable burden for the one in love, which leads to that beautiful moment of vulnerability where everything is laid bare.

But what becomes of unrequited love in the wake of a sudden, tragic death? Lost in the aftermath of grief, where does love go? Can you build a future if an essential part of your yesterday will never see another tomorrow?

All the Lies We Tell (and the follow-up, All the Secrets We Keep) are the absorbing stories of four people who let grief shape their lives. Until they let go of their guilt and suspicions, they won’t be free to follow their hearts.

Secrets, lies, passions, and intertwined relationships, woven together by a masterful novelist…Is there anything better?

- Alison Dasho, Editor

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01KNV4AYM
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Montlake Romance
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 1, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.0 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 306 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9781503997776
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1503997776
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 2 ‏ : ‎ Quarry Road
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.8 out of 5 stars 4,427 ratings

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Customers find this book to be a fun, light-hearted read with an interesting family drama and many interesting twists. The writing is well-executed, and the characters are well-rounded, with one customer noting how their paths intertwine effectively. While some customers find it well-paced, others say it's slow, and the emotional content receives mixed reactions.

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234 customers mention "Story quality"170 positive64 negative

Customers enjoy the story of this book, describing it as a slice of life drama and interesting family drama, with one customer noting how the narrative alternates between past and present.

"...This book showcases Megan Hart's deft storytelling as she weaves present and past together in a way that strengthens the characters and where they..." Read more

"Great story looking forward to reading book 2 - still leaves me wondering how Alicia’s sister died. There are still so many unanswered questions...." Read more

"...The storyline flowed easily throughout the pages. A must read!" Read more

"...This book had the potential to be fantastic, but it gets so lost in some of the drama and to be honest, I'm kind of stymied as to exactly what genre..." Read more

226 customers mention "Readability"222 positive4 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fun, light-hearted read that keeps them engaged. One customer mentions it makes a good poolside vacation book.

"This is the first book in the series and it was a good read. Alicia, Ilya and Nico grew up together...." Read more

"...I never once thought of stopping and I was never bored with it, but I didn't like the characters...." Read more

"...Other than that, I really enjoyed reading this...." Read more

"...That being said, it was a good book, even though some of the flashbacks took me by surprise...." Read more

78 customers mention "Writing quality"68 positive10 negative

Customers find the book well-written and easy to read, with one customer noting the author's effective use of dialogue.

"...That's typically not my kind of read but it was very well written...." Read more

"This was welll-written. I don't remember any glaring errors in punctuation or grammar...." Read more

"Skilled writer and interesting characters but it left me feeling empty at the end...." Read more

"...Anyway, the writing was okay and the story line was good. It just fell short in a few ways...." Read more

76 customers mention "Character development"58 positive18 negative

Customers appreciate the well-rounded characters in the book, with one customer noting how their paths interwove effectively throughout the narrative.

"...as she weaves present and past together in a way that strengthens the characters and where they are now...." Read more

"I enjoyed reading this book. The characters are engaging and amazing the connection is undeniable throughout the pages...." Read more

"Skilled writer and interesting characters but it left me feeling empty at the end...." Read more

"...She was not a likable character. she seemed very selfish...." Read more

80 customers mention "Interest"39 positive41 negative

Customers have mixed reactions to the book's interest, with some finding it captivating and keeping their attention, while others describe it as boring and lacking substance.

"I didn't care for the book. It was boring, and the storyline was something a high school student would write." Read more

"...It kept me interested, something the characters couldn't really do...." Read more

"...I didn't hate it exactly, but I didn't love it either. It's a little boring—attempting to be mysterious, rather predictable, and littered with..." Read more

"...Compelling characters and an intriguing premise. Just didn't quite grab me for some reason." Read more

42 customers mention "Pacing"22 positive20 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it well-paced and fast reading, while others describe it as slow and taking a long time to finish.

"...As I read, the characters evolved and yet stayed true to themselves. I didn't want to stop ready, and I also didn't want it to be over...." Read more

"...(didn't have anyone else to fall for) because the author draws the story out so slowly (to make a series) and as a result she fails to achieve depth..." Read more

"...It was a very fast read with a minimum of distracting errors (honestly, I can't think of any, though it has been a while since I read it)...." Read more

"This book was just ok. It seemed to really drag, but not so much that I quit reading it all together (which I have done with other books)...." Read more

16 customers mention "Emotional content"6 positive10 negative

Customers have mixed reactions to the emotional content of the book, with some finding it emotionally engaging, while one customer notes that the romantic elements are overshadowed by descriptive love scenes.

"...having been involved with both brothers, but as I said, the family dynamics was a mess and when only two families lived on a street most of their..." Read more

"...But I still liked them both. They were sympathetic and likable with all the flaws of real people...." Read more

"...Considering this is a series though, may be why this is. No real emotional connection with any of the characters." Read more

"Family, what a wonderful and awful thing. The relationships were so intertwined and messy, but I was caught in that spell to see how it would unfold...." Read more

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Had me hooked from the beginning. Plenty of intrigue. Couldn't believe the ending and I will be reading more of her work.
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  • Brenda Caught in a Book
    5.0 out of 5 stars "Time had brought him back to her in a way that she guessed neither of them could've imagined."
    Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2017
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    All The Lies We Tell by Megan Hart was a book I downloaded as my Kindle First for April selection. I was excited to see her book as one of the choices, since I've read several of her previous books and really liked them.

    This book showcases Megan Hart's deft storytelling as she weaves present and past together in a way that strengthens the characters and where they are now. The theme of the book is all the lies we tell ourselves. From Alicia, to Ilya, to Galina, to Nikolai, to Theresa, to Dina they are all guilty at some point of lies they told themselves.

    My favorite line in the book was: "Time had brought him back to her in a way that she guessed neither of them could've imagined." I love the way the author can wrap me up in a story that feels so real, and make me wish I had a Russian grandmother in my neighborhood! I'm looking forward to the sequel as well. There is something about Theresa.
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  • Autumn - Agents of Romance
    4.0 out of 5 stars Totally Different...
    Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2017
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    Alicia Harrison grew up in the shadow of her sister. Jennilyn was everything that she wasn’t. Beautiful, outgoing and desired by Ilya Stern.

    Ilya and Nikolai Stern were as wild as they were gorgeous. And they were also the reason that the sisters existed so very far apart.

    Now many years and an unbearable tragedy later, she’s still buried under the weight of her guilt and her desire for a man that she can never have.

    Nikolai Stern always dreamed of a life far away from Quarry Street. The minute he could escape, he was gone. From Antarctica to Israel, he ran to forget her face and the fact that she was now his brother’s wife.

    But fate is as harsh as the Pennsylvania winter and sometimes going back is like never leaving at all.

    All the Lies We Tell is something totally different from Megan Hart. It’s more than just the story of two people – it’s the story of how tragedy can define the lives of so many people.

    The cast of characters are as delicately intertwined as a spider’s web. They are both fragile and explosive in ways that will break your heart and heat your blood. It’s not what you would expect but it’s more than enough to keep you thoroughly obsessed until the very end.
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  • Kindle Customer
    3.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, but too much drama and not always the good kind
    Reviewed in the United States on May 27, 2017
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    3.5 Stars

    This book had the potential to be fantastic, but it gets so lost in some of the drama and to be honest, I'm kind of stymied as to exactly what genre this falls into. There appears to be a mystery surrounding Jenni, but that doesn't get fully realized. I know there is another book so perhaps that plays out there, and that may make sense if that book is about Ilya given their past relationship.

    Interestingly enough, both Niko and Alicia had issues communicating. She constantly told him he was leaving instead of flat out asking him what his plans were and he didn't want to own up to the fact that he and she were in a relationship and hiding it was not helping her understand that he wanted to stay there. There was a lot of misunderstandings between the two, but then again, if they had resolved it quickly, the book would have been a lot shorter. Then there is Theresa. I'm still not 100% sure of what the deal is with her and her father who comes across as creepy, but know that her story is not ended and that Ilya is definitely going to be involved. Ilya was an ass. Until the end where he finally steps up and gives Niko really sound advice. A very self-involved guy who takes advantage of everyone around him...well, except his mother. And his mother I think is facing some issues herself, that in her own way, she is trying to share with her sons. That family dynamic is a nightmare.

    It definitely had the makings of being uncomfortable, with Alicia having been involved with both brothers, but as I said, the family dynamics was a mess and when only two families lived on a street most of their life, things can tend to get complicated. And I think those complications are going to intensify with the next book. Honestly, with Niko gone most of Alicia and Ilya's marriage, I didn't have as much of an issue with Nike and Alicia, especially given their past and just how things evolved. I think Alicia made the mistake, but Niko kind of abandoned her, so I can see how she ended up where she did.

    The ending was different, but in a good way. I liked the idea that she is finally doing something for herself, but that their relationship won't end as it did the last time. I'll probably read the next book, but not immediately. I suspect some more secrets are going to come out, including what really happened to Jenni.
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  • billi murphy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet love story
    Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2017
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    What I first thought was a love triangle between 2 brothers and the girl across the street turned into a different type of love triangle. I was a little discouraged by the push a pull with the lovers in this story but OMG did Megan Hart makeup for that once the spark was lit!
    I am already download the sequel since I breezed through "All the Lies We Tell" in a day in a half.. I'm eager to learn how the rest of the story closes out.
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  • Christine M
    4.0 out of 5 stars A good start to the series
    Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2017
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    This is the first book in the series and it was a good read. Alicia, Ilya and Nico grew up together. After tragedy strikes, Nico leaves town and Alicia and Ilya end up married. After ten years, Alicia and Ilya have divorced and Nico is back in town. Nico and Alicia had always felt a draw to one another, but when Nico left town unexpectedly, Alicia moved on without him. Now, this group of friends is trying to overcome their past and move forward. There is a wave of mystery about the tragedy that occurred. We don't get all of the answers in this book, so I'm hoping that the mystery clears up in the second book.

    There is a lot of jumping from the present to the past in this book to get the backstory. I found it to be a little confusing at times, but totally necessary for the story. It was a good read and I look forward to the second book.
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  • shannon
    2.0 out of 5 stars Boring
    Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2024
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    I didn't care for the book. It was boring, and the storyline was something a high school student would write.
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  • R Gibbs
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 15, 2018
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    A good read by this writer
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  • Seecri
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!
    Reviewed in Germany on June 21, 2017
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    5 stars for it never got boring. I liked how the characters showed their faceted personalities and I also liked the well narrated trips to their past. It's a breathtaking, unexpected and very sexy lovestory. Will dive into part two now!
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  • Gaetan Bouchard
    3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on May 28, 2017
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    A bit too predictable, not enough action.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Not easy to read at times but well worth it
    Reviewed in Australia on May 4, 2017
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    Not easy to read at times but well worth it. I felt the characters were strong and the ending was a little unexpected.
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  • Kurt Wyer
    1.0 out of 5 stars 200 times the same
    Reviewed in Germany on October 28, 2017
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    the book could have been written on ten pages only.
    Nothing happens. no intrigues, Nothing
    the star is to thank megan for her effeorts
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