Rating: 
Summary: Disappointing
Review: I was so disappointed in this second book by Katrina Kittle. I had been looking forward to it for so long, but unfortunately, it bears no comparison to her first, "Traveling Light", which was outstanding. "Two Truths and a Lie" never seemed to find its genre. Was it meant to be a mystery, a romance, a psychological study, or what? The book is weird and contrived. One thing I really disliked about it....the main characters were named Dair and Peyton (married couple). Isn't that just toooo cutesy? Besides which, I could never keep straight which one was which. And several times Peyton was spelled Payton! I never felt engaged by these mostly unlikable, angst-ridden, self-absorbed, unsympathetic, tiresome characters. None were ever fully developed, in my opinion. They were not people I cared about, in whom I could invest myself. The mystery part of the book was very weak, I thought. It was too much "ado" and not enough reality. The animal part was just too much. The only good thing about the animals' involvement was that they finally brought this story to an end. I still think that Kittle is very talented, and hope this book was not indicative of what we can expect in the future.
Rating:
Summary: Disappointing
Review: I was so disappointed in this second book by Katrina Kittle. I had been looking forward to it for so long, but unfortunately, it bears no comparison to her first, "Traveling Light", which was outstanding. "Two Truths and a Lie" never seemed to find its genre. Was it meant to be a mystery, a romance, a psychological study, or what? The book is weird and contrived. One thing I really disliked about it....the main characters were named Dair and Peyton (married couple). Isn't that just toooo cutesy? Besides which, I could never keep straight which one was which. And several times Peyton was spelled Payton! I never felt engaged by these mostly unlikable, angst-ridden, self-absorbed, unsympathetic, tiresome characters. None were ever fully developed, in my opinion. They were not people I cared about, in whom I could invest myself. The mystery part of the book was very weak, I thought. It was too much "ado" and not enough reality. The animal part was just too much. The only good thing about the animals' involvement was that they finally brought this story to an end. I still think that Kittle is very talented, and hope this book was not indicative of what we can expect in the future.
Rating: 
Summary: new twists on relationship/murder mystery
Review: I've never read another book which combines two subjects so well. Another author might have written a murder mystery without the caracter depth of this novel, or a relationship oriented story without the suspense that grabs the reader. This novel is definately on my top 10 favorite list. Of course this may just be the absinthe talking, but I can't wait for Kittle's next masterpiece.
Rating:
Summary: new twists on relationship/murder mystery
Review: I've never read another book which combines two subjects so well. Another author might have written a murder mystery without the caracter depth of this novel, or a relationship oriented story without the suspense that grabs the reader. This novel is definately on my top 10 favorite list. Of course this may just be the absinthe talking, but I can't wait for Kittle's next masterpiece.
Rating:
Summary: A great reading expeience
Review: In Cincinnati, Ohio, drama teacher Dair Canard's philosophy of life is simple. A well-designed exciting lie is more fun to tell than the boring truth. That technique combined with adding kernels of truth within the fabrication has enabled her since childhood to refine her fabricating methodology to the point where she sometimes cannot find the line separating truth from falsehoods. Still Dair and her husband Peyton take immense pleasure in her story telling abilities. However, keeping track of the mountains of lies that serve as the foundation of he marriage is beginning to take its toll on a weary Dair as she has reached a point of no return where the fibs seem to run her life. Things further unravel for Dair, already struggling with alcohol, when a close friend Craig MacPherson jumps off an overpass into traffic. Craig's death has a deep impact on Dair almost as much as the years of lies piled on lies. Now she seeks solace while trying to understand her friend's suicide even as Dair will soon learn the one underlying truth about life is that everyone, including Peyton has secrets, hidden behind lies and half-truths. TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE is a strange tale that is more of a relationship drama with a side mystery. The intelligent story line is deep as it peels away the human mask to reveal that lies are part of the ego. The characters including several animals, seem genuine and turn Katrina Kittle's novel into must reading for those who enjoy a powerful look at the underside of the human psyche. Harriet Klausner
Rating:
Summary: A One-Sitting Read
Review: In Two Truths and a Lie, we follow the story of Dair, a truth-challenged actress, and her dancer husband, Peyton. The story events are propelled by the bizarre suicide (?) death of a close male friend, who happened to be wearing a familiar purple dress when he went careening over the overpass. But the real heart of the story centers around such deep issues as the danger of denial, and the damage done by lies, particularly when they are to ourselves. As we watch Dair and Peyton's relationship mature, we are faced with the realities of the sometimes arbitrary forces that bind us together. I don't want to give too much away, but the reader should know that the author takes us on some wild plot twists, but not too worry. Ms. Kittle skillfully brings in all back to an almost-too-real reality in the end. I read this book in one day! I highly recommend it!
Rating: 
Summary: It will keep you guessing.
Review: It had been a while since I had read a murder mystery and when I began searching for one to read the title of this one got my attention. Dair, a stage actress, quickly finds herself in the middle of the suspicious death of her best friend who is an actor that she often plays opposite of. The police have dismissed the death as a drug related suicide but Dair doesn't believe it was a suicide. Dair has her suspicions about who the murderer is but is she right? As she copes with her best friend's death she must also deal with her own problems. She is battling to convince herself that she doesn't have a drinking problem. Dair constantly lies and she is afraid one of her biggest lies will hurt the person she is closest too-her husband. Her husband, Peyton, has his own secrets and lies, as do most of the characters in this book. Kittle uses the backstage atmosphere and the life of the performers off stage as the backdrop for this novel full of twists that will keep readers guessing. The cast of characters include actors, dancers, directors and even the stagehands. Dair's mother, someone that can talk to animals, plays a large role and her unique ability to communicate with animals makes her another of the unforgettable characters in the novel. There were a number of characters to keep straight in this novel, but the uniqueness of each of them coupled with their genuineness made it easy. I will definitely be on the lookout for more by Katrina Kittle.
Rating:
Summary: Amazing
Review: It is scary how real these characters were. As a matter of fact there were times that I had to put the book down and walk away from it because I felt such a strong connection with them. I say bravo a job well done and a toast to a book that is the finest I've read in years. If you only read one book this year pick this one up you won't feel sorry. The narrative is beautiful, the characters are life like, and even the animals have a personality of their own. There is not a single place where the book falters or gets drab. It will grab you and won't let go until the very last word.
Rating:
Summary: Amazing
Review: It is scary how real these characters were. As a matter of fact there were times that I had to put the book down and walk away from it because I felt such a strong connection with them. I say bravo a job well done and a toast to a book that is the finest I've read in years. If you only read one book this year pick this one up you won't feel sorry. The narrative is beautiful, the characters are life like, and even the animals have a personality of their own. There is not a single place where the book falters or gets drab. It will grab you and won't let go until the very last word.
Rating:
Summary: Truly engrossing!
Review: It's been a long time since a book held me captive! Every spare moment I had was spent with this book. This is the kind of story that stays with you long after you finish it. You won't regret buying this one!
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