The Perfect Lie

Ever needed to disappear?

Critically acclaimed author Emily Barr transports readers to Venice for a dark journey as Lucy escapes her dangerous past. The Perfect Lie will enthral fans of Lucy Atkins and Paula Daly.

One of the most compelling page-turners around - B Magazine

For Lucy Riddick, Venice has always been the dream destination. A dream inspired by the pretty picture pinned to her mothers kitchen wall. To Lucy, Venice seems the ideal place to lose herself. And now she needs to do just that. The secret shes been keeping from her boyfriend and her friends has finally caught up with her and Lucy needs to disappear - and fast. Theres no better time to pack her bags and head for Italy. But what if, when she sets foot in Venice, Lucy finds that the one thing she has been running from, the one thing she has been trying to escape, is already there, lying in wait for her? Time to run away again? Or time to end the chase, once and for all?

What readers are saying about The Perfect Lie:

Gripped me from start to finish

Emily Barr has the knack of portraying settings vividly and makes you feel as if you are there. A great escapist read!

Amazing, incredibly written, fascinating and truly addictive