Welcome to Day 4 of The Devil is a Lie Blog Tour featuring our review of ReShonda Tate Billingsley’s new release of the same title.  I have enjoyed all of Billingsley’s books to date, so I was happy to bring myself “out of retirement” to review this book. 
 Hope you enjoy the review and if you haven’t already…pick up your copy this week!
If you’ve read it already, definitely share your thoughts!!
BOOK REVIEW
THE DEVIL IS A LIE by ReShonda Tate Billingsley
Pocket Books, July 2009
304 Pages, Paperback, $14.95
ISBN: 1416578048
Genre: Fiction
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RAW Rating: 4.5
Money can’t buy everything…
Ever wondered what it would be like to never have to worry about finances again? Nina Lawson is a step away from claiming millions after winning the lottery. Even though she fantasizes a bit with Rick, her fiance’, she stays level-headed. She is set on saving some money, helping out her family, and ensuring Rick gets his own business up and running. She is thrown for a loop when her ex-husband pops back into the picture, with his new woman in tow, the one he cheated on her with, and they’re claiming half of Nina’s fortune. I’m sure you’re wondering how, with him being the ex and all? Well, he really isn’t her ex since the girlfriend went shopping with the money he gave her to mail his paperwork for the divorce.
Nina soon finds out that with all the scheming going on, money can’t buy everything, especially happiness. While trying to figure out how to handle her relatives with their hands out, her ex, and her fiance’, with his increasingly rude attitude regarding the money, she learns that sometimes things aren’t what they seem. She also learns a lot about herself in the process, and in the end about family; how they might just surprise you when you least expect it.
ReShonda Tate Billingsley has a knack for portraying the “down home” feel of family and the dynamics between them. I would highly recommend THE DEVIL IS A LIE to readers with an interest in heart-warming stories with realistic characters and situations. Though the drama is abundant, it doesn’t overshadow the story; the message is clear, even before completing the book. THE DEVIL IS A LIE is a wonderful read showcasing how important it is to stay true to yourself, and that even during what should be happy times, the devil will show up and try to show out. In spite of this, in the end, love always prevails.
Reviewed by Tee C. Royal
of The RAWSISTAZTM Reviewers
Author’s Website: http://www.ReshondaTateBillingsley.com
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For RTB fans, you definitely want to check this one out! I love her books and was happy to read/review this one.
-Tee
I can’t wait to get my copy. I am really looking forward to reading this book. I have enjoyed all of ReShonda’s previous books.
You won’t be disappointed sis! Be sure to let us know your thoughts.
-Tee
Great review Tee. I wanted the book the day it came out but my bookstore didn’t have it. I ordered it and it should be here tomorrow and I am dropping everything to read it.
Thanks, girl! A true booklover. This is one reason I mostly order my books via Amazon.com because I know I can get them in a day or two.
-Tee
I just got my book today from wal-mart. I can not wait to get started
Lorraine, be sure to let us know what you think!!
-Tee