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The First Lie

Shadows of Deception, Book 1

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The First Lie

By: N. H. Steele
Narrated by: Jake Mahler
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One audit. Two men. A dangerous obsession that could unravel her entire life.

Olivia Hart thought landing a job at Sterling Enterprises was her big break. But when a routine audit uncovers financial irregularities, she finds herself caught in a web of deceit and conflicting desires.

Ethan Sterling, the charismatic billionaire heir, becomes fixated on making Olivia his own, his intensity both frightening and oddly compelling. As his pursuit escalates, the lines between professional and personal blur dangerously.

Torn between her seemingly devoted husband and a man who won't take no for an answer, Olivia must navigate an increasingly treacherous path. With each step, she sinks deeper into Ethan's world of wealth and power, questioning everything she thought she knew about love and loyalty.

In this gripping psychological thriller, appearances are deceiving, and the truth becomes the ultimate betrayal. As hidden facets of both men emerge, Olivia must confront her own desires and decide who she can truly trust.

The First Lie is a provocative tale of obsession and redemption that will keep you guessing until the very last word.

Listen now to uncover the first lie today.

©2025 Melissa Marie Sovak (P)2025 A Novel Idea Publishing, LLC Domestic Thrillers Psychological Thriller & Suspense Emotionally Gripping Marriage
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It took a while to get into but I did so when it ended at a place that made it feel like the end of a season of tv show it made me mad I don’t think I listen to the next book

It took a while to get into

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The female protagonist is just absolutely daft. There’s no way she thinks this way. This is why women end up as serial killer victims. Ugh

No way she’s this daft

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The book was a great psychological thriller. The plot was good and full of twisted suspense. Very disappointed to get to the end unless you get book # 2… you are left hanging with no closure.

Some people can’t tolerate rejection

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Love the story line and unexpected ending. I can’t wait for the second book to hear what happens to Ethan and Livy

Wild

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Crazy amazing gripping story. Keeps you on the edge of your seat and questioning what will happen next!

Amazing

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