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The Family that Lies Kindle Edition

by Lakisha Johnson (Author), LaQuisha Rucker (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,095 ratings
Born 18 months apart, Merci and Grayce Alexander were as close as sisters could get. With a father who thought the world of them, life was good. Until one day everything changed.

While Grayce got love and attention, Merci got all the hell, forcing her to leave home. She never looks back, putting the past behind her until … her sister shows up over a decade later begging for help, bringing all of the forgotten past with her.

Merci wasn't the least bit prepared for what was about to happen next. Merci realizes, she’s been a part of something much bigger than she'd ever imagined. Yea, every family has their secrets, hidden truths and ties but Merci had no idea she’d been born into the family that lies.
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Writing this book with my twin sister was an amazing experience. It is my hope that you will enjoy the book as much as we enjoyed writing it. --Happy ReadingLaKisha & LaQuisha

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01MAZD49X
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Twins Write 2
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ November 1, 2016
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 349 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 2 ‏ : ‎ The Family that Lies
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 1,095 ratings

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Lakisha Johnson, author of Christian Fiction writes from her heart.

Over the course of her career, she’s won the 2018 Drunken Druid Book of the Year Award for her book, The Forgotten Wife, 2019 Top Shelf Christian Fiction Book of the Year for Dear God: Hear my Prayer, 2020 Distinguished Authors Guild Award for her book, I’m Not Crazy and was a 2020 TopShelf Women’s Fiction Finalist for her book, When the Vows Break.

In addition to being a self-published author, she’s also a wife of 26 years, mother of 2, grandmother of 1, Pastor, Sr. Business Analyst, Devotional Blogger and more. She’s a college graduate with 2 Associate Degrees in IT and a Bachelor of Science in Bible.

 

Lakisha writes from the heart, and this is why she doesn’t take the credit for what God does. If you were to strip away everything, you’d see that Lakisha is simply a woman who boldly, unapologetically and gladly loves and works for God.

Ask her and she’ll tell you, ”It’s not just writing, its ministry.”

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Customers find the book a great read with a fast-paced storyline full of twists and turns, and appreciate its wisdom shared through scripture and its ability to make readers laugh and cry. The writing style is easy to read, and they value how forgiveness is beneficial for the soul, with one review noting how secrets and lies lead to destruction. While customers find the characters interesting, they note they are not perfect.

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154 customers mention "Readability"154 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a great and interesting story that is awesome from beginning to end, with one customer mentioning it's perfect for a flight or road trip.

"...It flowed and it kept you on your toes as you read. Reading this book had me in my feelings because I could relate so much to Merci in so many ways...." Read more

"Outstanding read, this was my first book by this author and I doubt it will be my last...." Read more

"...This book was XXX rated (and boy did they have some potty mouths)!!! That was unexpected, but quite enjoyable!..." Read more

"...Don't want to give to much away but,this book is a FANTASTIC read and, I highly recommend it to all who loves a good book this is definitely it...." Read more

59 customers mention "Storyline"59 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the fast-paced storyline of the book, which features great twists and turns and a perfect final mystery.

"...I mean, there was so much going on and so many twists and turns. It flowed and it kept you on your toes as you read...." Read more

"So many twists and turns, I love how there's bible verses throughout the story...." Read more

"...I really liked the development of the plot...." Read more

"...I literally could not put it down. The plot was so on point that I was totally engulfed in every chapter as if I was watching an actual movie...." Read more

53 customers mention "Inspirational content"53 positive0 negative

Customers find the book inspirational, appreciating the wisdom shared through scripture and how it demonstrates God's grace. One customer mentions it makes them think about their life, while another notes it's refreshing to read Christian stories.

"...is the one of the first books that I've read where I am completely and utterly shocked...." Read more

"So many twists and turns, I love how there's bible verses throughout the story...." Read more

"...bill encourages you to see past the sins of a person and see into the heart of God." Read more

"It's always refreshing to read Christian stories because we get to fully see just how much we struggle day by day to be better Christians and yet we..." Read more

29 customers mention "Emotional content"27 positive2 negative

Customers find the book emotionally engaging, with many noting it made them cry and brought them to tears, while others mention experiencing both laughter and sadness throughout the story.

"I loved this book, very well written.i loved Merci.This book made me cry ,laugh. So much, Drama and the lies . Omg...." Read more

"...This book had me in tears and had me thinking about my own life. Will be starting book 2 very shortly...." Read more

"I enjoyed this book from beginning to the end. It was a lot of tears, sadness, joy, pain, and a lot of lying going on but God...." Read more

"I LAUGHED, I CRIED, I REJOICED!!! I LOVED THIS BOOK SO MUCH 10/10 WOULD READ AGAIN!!! CHEERS TO THE AUTHOR!!!" Read more

28 customers mention "Lies"21 positive7 negative

Customers appreciate the book's exploration of secrets and lies, noting how they lead to destruction and betrayal, with one customer highlighting how they can both harm and heal relationships.

"...This book serves as a good dose of reality...." Read more

"...This book delved into a heart-wrenching tale of family secrets that have been submersed and preserved until they literally imploded...." Read more

"...The book was written written well with great detail I can truly visualize the characters...." Read more

"I enjoyed the book. It kept it real especially what our walk with GOD really looks like...." Read more

23 customers mention "Writing style"17 positive6 negative

Customers find the book well written and easy to read.

"I loved this book, very well written.i loved Merci.This book made me cry ,laugh. So much, Drama and the lies . Omg...." Read more

"This book was short and easy reading. I have never been a fan of profanity or of soft porn, but that didn't take too much from the meat of the story...." Read more

"...There were some grammatical errors but not enough to distract from the flow of the plot. Looking forward to reading the 2nd book." Read more

"...But wow I was that blown away. The book was written written well with great detail I can truly visualize the characters...." Read more

14 customers mention "Forgiveness"14 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the theme of forgiveness in the book, describing it as beneficial for the soul and a path to redemption, with one customer noting how it encourages seeing past sins.

"I love the way this bill encourages you to see past the sins of a person and see into the heart of God." Read more

"...book brings pain..pleasure...love and forgiveness along with healing and sanctity...." Read more

"This was a great story of family, secrets that destroy, forgiveness and the power of God...." Read more

"...from the very people that are supposed to love her and she forgives them without pause. I don't believe I could have done what she did...." Read more

9 customers mention "Character development"6 positive3 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the character development in the book, with some finding them interesting while others note that they were not perfect.

"...The book was written written well with great detail I can truly visualize the characters...." Read more

"...At first the characters were hard to follow because of the closeness in name. I really liked the development of the plot...." Read more

"...I loved the characters,everything about this book you he'd on so many things they are too many to mention but as I was getting to the end of the..." Read more

"...Great characters... non-stop drama. Some parts were predictable, but there's one surprise that got me!..." Read more

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  • Sam C.
    5.0 out of 5 stars What a book!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2017
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    This is the one of the first books that I've read where I am completely and utterly shocked. I mean, there was so much going on and so many twists and turns. It flowed and it kept you on your toes as you read. Reading this book had me in my feelings because I could relate so much to Merci in so many ways. I don't think her sister was mean spirited, but she definitely had some issues that she needed to work through; she just didn't realize it until it was too late. This book serves as a good dose of reality. Things that I took from this book; karma is a b****, you have to keep the faith, and true love can find you at the most inopportune times, but there is always light at the end of the tunnel. This just goes to show that lies will get you nowhere and in the end could cost you everything.
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  • Readers Paradise
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow
    Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020
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    Outstanding read, this was my first book by this author and I doubt it will be my last.
    Everyone tells a lie at some point in their life, no one is perfect. There are many reasons one might tell a lie. Liars have made a choice to tell the lie they are telling and perfect the work it takes to keep them.
    Merci Alexander is a down to earth smart sister with her own home and a successful career, but in the relationship department she’s not doing so well. At age fourteen something fractured her relationship with her parents and she was no longer the apple of Pastor Alexander eyes.

    Her sister Grayce, is a teacher and currently living with her sister Merci. Her story is a little different she is what some would call the good daughter, the one who can do no wrong, the apple of her father’s eyes. But is she wrong? Has she been living a lie as her sister seems to think the whole family is. Something is going on in this family and the only person who seems to think something fowl is going on is Merci.

    This is a story of the Alexander family no standing in their truth and continuing to live in the lies.
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  • Rainey dat Reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars awesome
    Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2025
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    So many twists and turns, I love how there's bible verses throughout the story. It gives you hope if you have a situation in your life that seems unbearable. Prayer helps.
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  • Randomly Me and You Book Blog
    4.0 out of 5 stars So Many Lies!!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2016
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    Actual Rating 4.5 stars

    I usually don’t read books laced with Christian undertones, but I must admit, I was thoroughly impressed by the story Lakisha & Laquisha told.

    This book delved into a heart-wrenching tale of family secrets that have been submersed and preserved until they literally imploded. It shows well and true that what you do when you think no one is looking, will always catch up to you (the lies -so many lies- and secrets this family kept were ridiculous). It touched on issues such as abuse, infidelity, and deceit. It told how forgiveness was key in moving forward in life.

    Merci and Grayce, daughters of a renowned pastor and born less than 18 months apart, grew distant after Merci grew tired of being the scapegoat for the woes of a family that didn’t seem to love her anymore. No matter her success in life, she just never seemed good enough. Her sister, Grayce was heralded as the “good sister” and their parents constantly compared them, regardless of the fact that it was completely unfounded. I can’t say too much without giving spoilers, but Grayce . . . WOW. Do not judge a book by its cover! My heart went out to Merci, but I was so very proud of her inner strength.

    While the book, did have the typical hypocrites, I liked that it was told through the eyes of the one being hypocritical instead of just pointing out what others were doing wrong. It showed the internal struggle the sisters faced and it showcased that forgiveness was key in addressing the issues that this family faced.

    This book was XXX rated (and boy did they have some potty mouths)!!! That was unexpected, but quite enjoyable! I didn’t like that the prologue told me what was going to happen in the end, but I was happy they left the assailant’s identity out. Overall, it was a very good read and I’d recommend it to others.
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  • berkeley jeffreys
    5.0 out of 5 stars To All The Readers This Is Your Book!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2018
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    First let me start by saying this is my first time reading a book from these authors it won't be the last time I select a book from these fabulous authors. I haven't written a review for a book in awhile but, when I started a sample of this book I knew from the first page I had to purchase this book and, I'm glad I did. It's definitely a page turner,up all night ,who did it book ,why so many lies. The book revolves around 2 sisters but one sister is treated so badly by her parents so that was another why question for me. Don't want to give to much away but,this book is a FANTASTIC read and, I highly recommend it to all who loves a good book this is definitely it. Please read it you won't be disappointed. Enjoy your weekend and Happy Reading!
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  • Mary Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful and inspirational plot line.
    Reviewed in the United States on August 8, 2023
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    I love the way this bill encourages you to see past the sins of a person and see into the heart of God.
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  • simone woodberry
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
    Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2022
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    I loved this book, very well written.i loved Merci.This book made me cry ,laugh. So much, Drama and the lies . Omg. Thru is all the Sisters loved one another. This was definitely a page turner. Cant wait to read part 2.....
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  • Melissa Johnson
    5.0 out of 5 stars The family that lies
    Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2024
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    Wow wow wow. I had to stop on this book when her sister passed 😪 and the baby boy. But I was happy when they patched things up. And became sister's. Even though I'm married my sister is my best friend. But crazy part his how merci found out who her dad was.
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  • Julia Bourne
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lord have Merci
    Reviewed in Canada on January 8, 2022
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    I've read a dozen books from this author but I missed this one. Whoa...family secrets are so deep. Loved the story...one of my favorites from LJ's collection. And Melvin...wow if I wasn't saved...
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  • sunny dee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2017
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    Great book, there should be a part 2.
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