This book is the second book in the Secrets and Lies series. While it could possibly be read as a standalone, I wouldn't recommend it. The cast of characters is fairly large, and there is a continuing unresolved storyline moving through the series even though the main characters do get definite endings. The series is set in a small town, and the action is focused around a decades old car crash and the mystery surrounding it. People involved in the crash are being murdered, but no one knows why.
In this particular story, Mack's father is killed. The murder brings him back to his hometown and the only girl he ever loved...The girl he believes betrayed him in the worst possible way. Meanwhile, Lissa is consumed with grief and misplaced feelings of responsibility over the death. She also fears having to face Mack again after he unceremoniously dumped her years ago at her most vulnerable moment. Their initial reunion is awkward. The old chemistry is there, but is overshadowed by the hurt. As they begin to unravel secrets and lies from years past, they realize they still love each other. In the midst of the turmoil, the couple also has to deal with a stalker who had focused on Lissa while continuing to investigate Mack's father's death.
I like how the story advanced the plot of the first book a bit further and also laid the groundwork for the final book. The plot moved quickly and the action and romance wrote well scattered throughout the story. I am guessing Trina and Lee will be the focus of book three, but I would love to get to know Sam and maybe see him hook up with the new little substitute teacher.
I received an ARC from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.
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