Adele Parks’ Love Lies is an emotional rollercoaster that explores the complex nature of relationships, ambition, and the desire for love. The story follows Fern, a woman in her early thirties, who seems to have it all—an established relationship with her long-term partner, Adam, and a life that, from the outside, looks stable. However, when Adam hesitates to propose after years together, Fern begins to doubt everything.

On a whim, Fern meets Scottie Taylor, a famous rock star, and is swept into a world of excitement, luxury, and passion. What follows is a story filled with choices, regrets, and the temptation of living a completely different life. Parks does a great job capturing the dizzying allure of fame and how it can cloud judgment, making Fern’s journey one that many readers will find relatable in different ways.

Love Lies is fast-paced and written with Parks’ trademark wit and sharp observation. The characters are complex, flawed, and real, making it easy to feel for Fern as she navigates through love, lies, and everything in between. However, some readers might feel that the ending is slightly predictable, with the resolution tied up perhaps too neatly for the wild journey the book takes you on.

If you’re a fan of contemporary fiction that delves deep into the emotions and decisions that shape relationships, Love Lies is an enjoyable read, filled with humor, heartache, and the hard truths of love. Parks’ clever dialogue and ability to tap into real human emotions make this book a compelling choice for fans of romance and drama.

Overall, Love Lies is a story about choices—choosing love, choosing yourself, and learning that every choice comes with consequences. It’s a light yet reflective read, perfect for fans of modern romance with a bit of drama.