When Chloe Daniels wakes up in the hospital, she has no memory. She doesn’t remember the car accident that put her there. She doesn’t remember what happened to her son or husband. And she doesn’t remember the individuals standing in front of her claiming to be her parents and younger sister. But then, a head injury like she had can do that to you.

As the weeks go by, and Chloe struggles to remember anything about herself, about her past life, about the night that changed everything, she has to use all her strength just to figure out the truth from lies. Little by little, she remembers moments. Some are in line with what her parents are telling her happened . . . and some aren’t. But her dreams are vivid, and she’s convinced that there is a part of her that knows the truth. She just has to find a way to connect all the dots and the truth can set her free.

Michelle Adams’ slow burn thriller Between the Lies is a complicated story. There are those who are lying to Chloe to try to protect her, and there are those who are lying to Chloe to try to influence her, and she is alone in her fight to get to the truth. There were times it was hard to read because of all the manipulation. The writing itself was beautiful, but the story was painful. It was enjoyable, but not the fantastic thriller I was hoping for.

Galleys for Between the Lies were provided by St. Martin’s Press through NetGalley, with many thanks.