If you loved
Listen for the Lie
Amy Tintera · Book · 2024
If you loved Listen for the Lie, you crave the unsettling intersection of public scandal, unreliable memory, and the dark truth beneath small-town surfaces.
Films on the same thread
Sleeping Dogs
Adam Cooper · Film · 2024
Shares 2 threads with Listen for the Lie: Memory Loss, Psychological Thriller.
Like Listen for the Lie, this neo-noir explores the fractured psyche of a protagonist forced to reconstruct a brutal, forgotten past while navigating the consequences of a cold case.
The Housemaid
Paul Feig · Film · 2025
Shares a thread with Listen for the Lie: Psychological Thriller.
Fans of the toxic secrets and domestic tension in Listen for the Lie will appreciate how this story unravels a facade of wealth to reveal dangerous, hidden character motives.
Gone Girl
David Fincher · Film · 2014
Shares a thread with Listen for the Lie: Psychological Thriller.
Much like the media frenzy surrounding the protagonist in Listen for the Lie, this film masterfully dissects how public perception and manipulation distort the reality of a domestic mystery.
Blink Twice
Zoë Kravitz · Film · 2024
Shares a thread with Listen for the Lie: Psychological Thriller.
If the paranoia and sinister atmosphere of Listen for the Lie kept you hooked, you will find this island mystery equally gripping as it peels back layers of deception.
Series on the same thread
Pretty Little Liars
I. Marlene King · Series · 2010
Explores: Secrets, Blackmail, Friendship.
The central mystery of a missing girl that defines Listen for the Lie is mirrored here, focusing on the lasting trauma and secrets that haunt a fractured social circle.
Big Little Lies
David E. Kelley · Series · 2017
Shares 2 threads with Listen for the Lie: Female Friendship, Psychological Thriller.
This series captures the same biting commentary on domestic life found in Listen for the Lie, where seemingly perfect suburban lives are hiding deep, violent, and scandalous truths.
Only Murders in the Building
Steve Martin · Series · 2021
Explores: True Crime Obsession, New York City, Intergenerational Friendship.
If your favorite part of Listen for the Lie was the obsession with uncovering hidden truths, you will enjoy this investigative journey fueled by a passion for true crime.
Poker Face
Rian Johnson · Series · 2023
Explores: Moral Ambiguity, Outsider Perspective, Justice.
The protagonist's unique ability to discern truth in this series echoes the investigative drive in Listen for the Lie, focusing on justice for those caught in complex, episodic mysteries.
Podcasts on the same thread
Crime Junkie
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2026
Explores: justice seeking, obsession, societal impact.
This podcast mirrors the investigative obsession found in Listen for the Lie, providing the same satisfaction of deep-diving into infamous cases to uncover the reality behind the narrative.
CounterClock
Audiochuck · Podcast · 2025
Explores: unsolved homicide, seeking justice, historical mystery.
This investigative series echoes the cold case focus of Listen for the Lie, utilizing real-world journalism to reignite interest in forgotten homicides and reveal the truth behind secrets.
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Common questions
Is Listen for the Lie a New York Times bestseller?
Yes, Listen for the Lie is a New York Times bestseller. It was also selected as a Good Morning America Book Club pick and recognized as an NPR Best Book of the Year and a Washington Post Best Thriller of 2024.
Who is the author of Listen for the Lie?
Listen for the Lie was written by Amy Tintera. The book was published in 2024 and has received critical acclaim from other bestselling authors, including Freida McFadden, who described it as a world-class whodunit.
What have critics said about the ending of Listen for the Lie?
Freida McFadden, a number one New York Times bestselling author, praised the book after reading it in one sitting. She specifically noted that Listen for the Lie features an engaging narrative with an ending that she found mind-blowing.
How was Listen for the Lie received by publications in 2024?
Listen for the Lie was highly regarded in 2024, earning spots on several prestigious lists. It was named an NPR Best Book of the Year and a Washington Post Best Thriller of 2024, in addition to being a Good Morning America Book Club pick.