“Crisply written, intelligently plotted and has plenty to say about the necessary selfishness of grief.” — The Guardian
"Razor-sharp writing by French expertly amps the tension." — People on The Lying Room
“An ingenious twist on the locked-room mystery. French continues to impress.” — Publishers Weekly on House of Correction
“Attention, fans of Tana French and Ruth Ware: meet your new obsession . . . The Lying Room ranks among French’s very best, a thriller as combustible as gunpowder, as propulsive as a jet engine. Psychological suspense at its brightest and most blazing.” — A.J. Finn, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Woman in the Window
“This well-written, psychological thriller has a gripping plot that will satisfy fans of Val McDermid and Sharon J. Bolton.” — Library Journal
“[If you] are drawn to excellent psychological suspense . . . this is a book for your 'must list.'” — Popular Culture Association
"Such an enjoyable ride." — Culteress
"An enthralling and addicting novel . . . Longtime fans of French will find their high expectations rewarded, while newcomers will be motivated to explore the author’s backlist. I envy their discovery."
— Book Reporter
