Review: The Hennessy Lie - Annette Masters

Review: The Hennessy Lie - Annette Masters - June 2024

I picked up The Hennessy Lie by Annette Masters purely based on the cover—something about it caught my eye—and I dove in completely blind. What followed was a gripping and twist-filled ride into a world of family secrets, deception, and identity.

The story kicks off with Piper Covington, a woman whose life is turned upside down when she discovers that her estranged father has died in prison and she is now the heir to the mysterious and once-prestigious Hennessy fortune—what's left of it, anyway. This revelation opens the floodgates to a past Piper never knew existed, and the truth that her entire life has been built on lies.

Annette Masters does an excellent job building tension as Piper starts to unravel the tangled web of her family’s secrets. If you’re a fan of slow-burn thrillers that explore twisted family dynamics and the question of identity, this one will definitely deliver. There's a great blend of suspense, betrayal, and emotional moments as Piper digs deeper into who she really is and what the Hennessy name truly means.

That said, Piper as a character was a bit of a sticking point for me. She often came across as overly whiny and indecisive, especially given that she’s meant to be an adult. Her constant need for approval from her mother—who clearly doesn’t deserve that pedestal—was frustrating at times. I found myself wanting to shake her and say, “You’re grown! Make your own choices!”

Despite that, the plot kept me hooked. There’s something so addictive about stories where the protagonist learns their life is a lie and must navigate a whole new reality. The thriller elements were well-paced, and the family secrets kept me turning the pages.

Overall, The Hennessy Lie is a compelling thriller perfect for fans of dark family dramas and shocking revelations. While Piper may test your patience, the story itself is worth the read.

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