Two Truths and a Lie by Mark Stevens | GSMC Book Review Podcast

Two Truths and a Lie by Mark Stevens | GSMC Book Review Podcast

June 19, 2026 · 53 min

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Mark Stevens discusses his novel 'Two Truths and a Lie' and the challenges of writing suspenseful crime fiction.

Award-winning author Mark Stevens returns to the GSMC Book Review Podcast to discuss Two Truths and a Lie , the gripping follow-up to his acclaimed suspense novel No Lie Lasts Forever . In this thrilling conversation, Mark joins Sarah to talk about the next chapter in reporter Flynn Martin's story and the escalating dangers she faces when a copycat killer begins targeting those connected to her investigations. After surviving public scrutiny and helping bring down the notorious PDQ killer, Flynn finds herself caught in a new web of mystery, conspiracy, and murder. As a family of four disappears and connections to New Hope Church raise troubling questions, Flynn must navigate professional pressure, personal risk, and a relentless adversary determined to keep the truth hidden. Mark discusses the evolution of Flynn as a character, the challenges of writing the second installment in a planned trilogy, and the art of building suspense while raising the emotional stakes. He also shares insights into crafting compelling crime fiction, balancing investigative journalism with psychological tension, and creating villains whose influence extends far beyond the crimes they commit. Fans of…

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