This was a really well done novel, it had that secrets that I was looking for and thought the characters were done realistically. The story was everything that I was hoping for and enjoyed getting to go on this journey with them. Julia Roberts has a great writing style and I was hooked from the first page. It was a great show of a mother’s love in this story.

My Daughters Lies is a story of secrets, the weight of holding them and their potential to hurt. I really wanted to like this book but it just wasn’t for me. I didn’t find the characters particularly likable, although I didn’t necessarily dislike them either. The timeline which went back and forth over a short period didn’t seem to add anything and I wonder if it took away from the story overall. As each secret unfolded I thought the storyline would improve , but ultimately was let down.

One of the most popular themes in books with family drama is SECRETS. Yes, I meant to use all caps. This story is full of secrets. I think every character had one. But, the problem with secrets is that they cause people to lie, to cover up those secrets.

Two best friends have secrets. Three daughters have secrets. Two mothers have secrets. Two other friends have secrets. A husband and wife have secrets. It was all a huge melodrama. The title indicates that one of the daughters lies. But all three of the daughters lie. There's a dog in the household, I was expecting him to have a secret/lie too! Confession time for everyone by the end of the story…..everyone comes clean.

Oh my, so convoluted. As was the timeline, jumping back and forth. This caused an uneven flow to the story. None of the characters were particularly likeable to me. But, they were realistically flawed. By the end of the book I was able to see that,

This story was a bit over the top for me. There were a few too many coincidences. But I felt compelled to keep reading it so I am giving it 3 stars. I didn't hate this book, I just didn't love it. But, I can see from the other reviews, that many did. I'm glad, authors put too much work into writing a book for it to be panned.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the Advance Readers Copy.

A lot of secrets….and a lot of deception! A daughter’s 18th birthday party begins a spiral of revelations of secrets and lies. This story was demonstrated how keeping secrets can backfire later in life!

If I’m honest this book was a bit boring and tedious to read. Not much mystery involved, guessed the outcome very early in the book.
Not one for me.

I was given this book by NetGalley for an honest review-
They have tried for years to have a baby which causes their marriage to struggle in ways that could destroy their marriage. Will they survive? And finally they have their baby girl who they adore. They plan an 18th birthday party. When mom is going to give a speech a note pops out saying — she is not who you think she is—- who are they talking about? Who wrote the note? Are secrets going to tear the family apart or will they stay a secret? A remarkable story of a family, friends, secrets and lies! You will love this book!

"My Daughter's Lies" is a book about family, secrets and lies. It's their daughters 18th birthday party, but when the mother gives the speech she finds a note insinuating that her daughter is not who she thinks she is..this in turn unravels secrets from everyone as no one is sure who the note is actually about!
The book itself is written in a timeline of before and after the party from 3 different characters perspective which makes it very interesting and gripping to read. It also has a lot of secrets that unravel making it a real page turner!

You are celebrating your perfect daughter's birthday when you come across a shocking note... Who sent it, and more importantly, what is your daughter hiding? A brilliant thriller that keeps you turning the pages. Really enjoyed it and loved the ending.

Really good and twisted! Everything you want in a thriller. You won't be able to put it down!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

A story about secrets and how they always come to light. Or do they?

I have enjoyed every single page of this book. I love Roberts' writing style, which made the book an easy and enjoyable read, even with all the plot twists happening. Some plot twists I saw coming, others not at all. The characters were well-developed and this made me care deeply for them, even when they made some questionable decisions. A compelling read.
Looking forward to reading more of Roberts' books!

This is my first book by this author which I requested after seeing a recommendation for on a social media page. I certainly wasn’t disappointed and have since gone on to download some of her others.

This was a rollercoaster of an emotional read and had me hooked from the very first page. It was.a family drama with almost a psychological thriller vibe as it had lots of twists and turns and moments to keep the reader on their toes along with some heartbreaking and tear jerking ones.

Definitely looking forward to seeing what this author writes next

My Daughter's Lies gripped me from the start and took me on a journey of twist and turns, family, love, friendships, secrets, and it was thrilling, exciting, and emotional.
I received an ARC from Bookouture, who never disappoints me, through NetGalley

Name of Book: My Daughter’s Lies
Author: Julia Roberts
Genre: Family Drama, Women’s Fiction
Publisher: Bookouture
Pub Date: May 23, 2024
My Rating: 3.6 Rounded ups
Pages: 304

Story starts with the celebration of Ruby’s eighteenth birthday.
As mom (Melissa) is getting ready to give a toast she unfolds the note where she had made comments. The note states ~
She’s not who you think she is.
When the party ends, Melissa thinks about how for eighteen years she tried to forget her mistakes, and now in one little note everything is about to fall apart. Will her secret now come out and she will lose Ruby.

Story had me curious –Okay who sent the note - also who is ‘she’? It is Ruby or Mom perhaps is it someone else?
I did enjoy this story however when I read “A Letter from Julia’ I wanted to reread it.
I always enjoy the ‘Author’s Notes as well as their Acknowledgements. In this case Ms. Roberts tells us she got this idea from an Instagram post and her creative mind developed an idea!
Ruby is perfect in her parent’s eye however Ruby just might be less than perfect– not a villain but a girl about to be an adult! So touched on not only Ruby’s relationship with Melissa but Melissa’s relationship with her mother Linda (I believe we readers loved Linda!)
Julia tells us that when she had these two reconcile she had tears in her eyes!! As she thought of her ninety-seven year old mom!
Aww I just loved THAT!!

Want to thank NetGalley and Bookouture for this early eGalley.
Publishing Release Date scheduled for May 23, 2024.

It was incredibly powerful, deeply emotional, and completely immersive. A real page-turner that had me hooked from start to finish. The twists were brilliant, and it's a book I'll remember for a long time. I couldn't put it down and finished it in one sitting. I absolutely adored it, and cried my heart out so much over this one. What a beautiful story!

The writing is exquisite. It feels like you are living in the book. Such a great story.
The ending was AMAZING I cannot wait to read more from this writer, definitely a book I will revisit many times and get a paper copy!

Lots of women and lots of secrets. I did feel like some of the secrets were predictable, but others were not anything I saw coming. Heartwarming story about motherhood/daughters. I didn't feel it was as strong as some of her previous books, but not bad. Keeps you guessing at times.

Really enjoyed this book. I was convinced I knew the outcome and was wrong! Kept me guessing the whole way through! Really enjoyed the storyline and was an easy read!

What would you do if you would find this kind of note?Would you think it over rationally or would you jump to conclusions? Would you sit down and talk it over calmly or would you go and utter accusations? Would you point a finger at someone or would you abide your time and move cautiously? 

Who has written this note and why? Who is it about and why?

There a quiet a few female characters in this story. All of them are someone's daughter. Who is the lying one though? Or is there more than one keeping a secret?

I, of course, had the wrong end of the stick a few times as per usual. :) 

If you want answer to all of the above, I would suggest you read this incredible story. Do realise your emotions will be all over the place, but you will not regret it if you are a fan of this genre. 

I, for one, loved every minute of it. 5 stars

Thank you

A mother's love transcends everything. This is a stunningly emotional novel, I cried and smiled many times. Julia has woven a tale of love and loss and it's so realistic. I really enjoyed this novel and will read her others for sure.

A mother's love for her child...endless...overpowering...this talented author has written a page turner. A mother has an eighteen year old daughter, and there are secrets. Realistic characters keep this story moving quickly...a cannot put down mystery. Intrigue...red herrings...from beginning to ending, I was trying to determine the secrets. Thanks Netgalley.