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Anatomy of an Alibi

A Novel

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AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

FROM THE #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF FIRST LIE WINS

Two women. One dead husband. And only one alibi.

“Elston expertly unravels a web of secrets and lies. You won’t be able to put this excellent thriller down until the final shocking page.” —Megan Miranda

Everyone at Chantilly’s Bar noticed out-of-towner Camille Bayliss. Red lips, designer heels, sipping a Negroni. But that woman wasn’t Camille Bayliss. It was Aubrey Price.

Camille Bayliss appears to have the picture-perfect life; she’s married to hotshot lawyer Ben and is the daughter of a wealthy Louisiana family. Only nothing is as it seems: Camille believes Ben has been hiding dirty secrets for years, but she can’t find proof because he tracks her every move.

Aubrey Price has been haunted by the terrible night that changed her life a decade ago, and she’s convinced Benjamin Bayliss knows something about it. Living in a house full of criminals, Aubrey understands there’s more than one way to get to the truth—and she may have found the best way in.

Aubrey and Camille hatch a plan. It sounds simple: For twelve hours, Aubrey will take Camille’s place. Camille will spy on Ben, and the two women will get the answers they desperately seek.

Except the next morning, Ben is found murdered. Both women need an airtight alibi, but only one of them has it. And one false step is all it takes for everything to come undone.

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Editorial Review

Secrets, lies, and the perfect alibi
On the heels of First Lie Wins, Ashley Elston has delivered again with Anatomy of an Alibi. I was drawn into the lives of Camille and Aubrey and the building tension around their 12-hour identity swap. Camille's desperation to escape her controlling husband felt so claustrophobic, and Aubrey's need for answers about her past gave the story raw emotion. The narration brought distinct voices to each character, and I could feel the paranoia and secrets building with every chapter. You think you know where it's going, but then Camille's husband ends up dead, and suddenly you're wondering which woman actually has the alibi and what really happened that night. —Dawn G., Audible Editor

Unexpected Twists • Engaging Plot • Excellent Narration • Strong Suspense • Fast Pacing • Distinct Voices

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Not as good as First Lie Wins but good. I guessed part of the plot which I hate but at least there was a twist at the end. Overall it was a good story.

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There are not enough words to express how amazing and fantastic this book is! Ashley writes great, strong female characters. The story kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time but I also didn't want to finish because I didn't want the book to ever end!

this will be 2026's Book of the Year!!!

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Buckle up before listening to this one because it’s gonna be a bumpy ride full of twists and turns. This was done very well.

Wow

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Felt like I had guessed some of the turns is the only reason it’s not five stars.

Another twisty turny Elston!

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Oh my goodness! It was absolutely fantastic! I definitely recommend to download. Really good story is really engaging and well worth it.

Amazing!!!

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