Listen for the Lie

1. General Impressions

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

• What was your initial impression of Lucy? Did you think she was guilty of murdering Savvy or not? Did your opinion change over time? What contributed to your initial impression and to its evolution (if it did evolve)?
• Listen for the Lie is a true crime podcast novel—a subgenre that combines mystery, true crime, and podcasting. Do you think Tintera has done justice to the characteristic elements of each of these subgenres and mediums in her novel? What did you most enjoy about this fusion, and what do you think could have been done better? 

2. Personal Reflection and Connection

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

• Beverly always believed in Lucy’s innocence, even when Lucy herself didn’t. Do you have a figure like Beverly in your own life—a person who has unconditional love for or trust in you? How has their belief and support impacted you at important junctures of your life?
• When faced with uncertainty about difficult situations, do you tend to confront things head-on and get to the bottom of things, or do you prefer avoidance and letting things remain buried? How did this preference shape your reception of the novel and its characters?
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