First Lie Wins

Like First Lie Wins, this novel features a female con artist with a complex moral compass who assumes different identities to target powerful men. It shares the same high-stakes cat-and-mouse energy and explores the blurred lines between justice and revenge.

This story follows a woman who meticulously worms her way into a socialite's life through deception and calculated moves. Fans of Evie Porter will enjoy the manipulative strategies and the shifting power dynamics between the two lead women.

This fast-paced thriller features a protagonist with a secret past who takes a job where nothing is as it seems. It mirrors the 'hidden identity' aspect of First Lie Wins and delivers shocking twists regarding who is actually in control.

The ultimate exploration of domestic deception and the 'cool girl' persona, this book matches the psychological depth and calculated planning found in Elston's work. It features a masterfully crafted unreliable narrative that keeps the reader questioning every character's true motive.

This novel centers on a chance encounter that leads to a deadly pact, driven by characters who are comfortable operating outside the law. Its cold, calculating tone and focus on moral ambiguity will resonate with readers who enjoyed the darker edges of Evie’s mission.

While more humorous, this book features a woman accidentally pulled into a world of crime who must use her wits to stay ahead of the police and the mob. It captures the 'ordinary person with a secret dangerous life' vibe with a fast-paced, engaging narrative voice.

This psychological thriller focuses on two women whose lives become dangerously intertwined, leading to questions about who is telling the truth. Like First Lie Wins, it utilizes a complex structure to peel back layers of identity and long-held secrets.

This book features a protagonist trying to uncover the truth behind a shocking crime where the primary witness refuses to speak. It matches the 'puzzle-box' feel of Elston's writing, where the reader must piece together a hidden history through fragments of the past.

For readers who loved the intricate plotting and identity-swapping elements of First Lie Wins, this mystery offers a unique twist where the protagonist wakes up in different bodies. It is a high-concept, fast-paced race against time filled with deception.

This story follows a struggling writer who discovers a hidden manuscript that reveals terrifying secrets about a family. It shares the same sense of claustrophobic tension and the constant threat that a hidden truth could destroy everything at any moment.