#5 The Secret of Lies by Barbara Forte Abate

 

The Secret of Lies was the biggest surprise for me this year. It's a captivating and very emotional story and the writing style is pure brilliance. I have a soft spot for literary fiction and this book just left me speechless. I had an instant connection with Stevie, the main character, which made me want to find out what was about to happen even more. A great tear-jerking coming of age novel with relatable characters and an excellent storyline - I loved it.