Liar Thief- Blog Tour

 

Author: May Rinaldi 

Publisher: Black Spring Press group 

Publishing Date: 18th December 2025 

Many thanks to the publishing team and Random Things Tour for my physical copy and a spot on the blog tour

Blurb 

Ginnie says she is a serial killer who kills people who have wronged her.  No one believes her. Author Fiona Taylor is writing Ginnie’s memoir, The Killer Inside, trying to understand why Ginnie should still insist that she’s a killer. She recruits ex-DI, Tom O’Brien, to examine the evidence. As Ginnie’s oldest friend, Tom has his own insights into her story.

As her memoir unfolds will the decisions taken by  Fiona and Tom put them and their families at risk? Is it safe to release a self-confessed serial killer back out into society, even if there is no evidence against her?

My Thoughts 

I’m so glad I had the opportunity to read this book — it completely drew me in and turned out to be an excellent read.

The story is told through three different points of view: Ginnie, Fiona, and Tom. This structure works really well for a psychological thriller because it allows the reader to see events from multiple angles, constantly shifting our understanding of the truth and keeping the tension high throughout.

Ginnie is by far one of the most fascinating and unusual characters in the book. She openly insists that she committed these crimes, yet the author never paints her as a villain or a monster. Instead, as we learn more about her past and her memories, we start to see just how complex she really is. At times her recollections feel unreliable or fragmented, which makes you question what truly happened, but you can also sense the deep emotions behind them. This ambiguity makes her character incredibly compelling and keeps you invested in uncovering the truth.

As Tom and Ginnie begin to revisit their memories, their stories start to overlap in places and completely clash in others. This creates a real sense of unease and pulls the reader into a rabbit hole of doubt. You find yourself constantly questioning which version of events is accurate — if either of them is. Tom’s role is especially interesting because of his history with Ginnie. His personal connection to her conflicts with his professional responsibilities, leaving him stuck between loyalty, truth, and duty. Watching him struggle with this internal conflict adds another layer of tension to the story.

Fiona’s perspective brings a different energy to the narrative. She initially approaches everything with professionalism and objectivity, determined not to jump to conclusions. However, as she spends more time with Ginnie and becomes emotionally invested, her certainty begins to shift. She starts asking harder questions and pushing deeper, but this also raises the stakes for her personally. There’s a real sense that she could lose something important if she gets too close to the truth, which makes her journey particularly engaging.

One of the strengths of the book is how well the author layers the characters. None of them feel one-dimensional, and even when we question their actions or motives, we can still understand their emotions. Ginnie in particular is written with nuance and depth — despite everything surrounding her, the author manages to evoke empathy without ever excusing or simplifying her situation.

As the story unfolds, the tone becomes darker and more intense, but it’s handled with care. The author doesn’t rely on shock value; instead, the tension builds gradually through character development, shifting memories, and the slow revelation of hidden truths. This makes the emotional impact feel much more authentic and powerful.

Overall, this is a gripping psychological thriller that keeps you guessing until the end. It’s thought-provoking, tense, and emotionally layered — the kind of book that pulls you in chapter by chapter and refuses to let go. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys character-driven thrillers with unreliable narratives and plenty of twists.