COLLEEN O. reviewed on 6/14/2006

Summary
From the New York Times bestselling author of Grand Avenue and The First Time comes a chilling story about a woman whose tranquil life is turned upside down when a mysterious stranger moves into her neighbourhood. Terry Painter lives a quiet life in picturesque Delray, Florida. Forty, single, and a nurse at a home for the elderly and the disabled, she enjoys a solitary existence in the cosy house she inherited from her mother five years ago. Terry's tranquil life changes quickly, however, when young, vibrant Alison Simms rents the cottage behind her house. Upon their first meeting, Alison blows into Terry's life like a tropical storm, bringing with her friendship, excitement, and a group of colourful acquaintances. But after the first euphoric wave has settled, Terry finds herself trapped in the drama of Alison's dark past and the whispers and lies that fuel it.

WHISPERS AND LIES is an exciting suspense thriller that never lets up until the final twist occurs. The story line is fast-paced as the audience observes Terry becoming increasingly paranoid over Alison and her friends, but fans will wonder if the distrust and anxiety is valid or crazy. Genre fans will want to read Joy Fielding's latest novel told from the perspective of Terry, but make sure not to have any company for a few days.

Harriet Klausner

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