All the Truths in My Lies: A Charming Road Trip Through Love, Friendship and Secrets
Les Épicuriens Culture Review — 4/5
Les Épicuriens Culture is pleased to present All the Truths in My Lies, the Spanish Netflix series based on the bestselling novel by Elísabet Benavent. What initially looked like a light romantic comedy turned into a surprisingly entertaining and heartfelt journey through friendship, desire, secrets, and the complicated nature of falling in love.
The five-episode series follows a group of longtime friends who embark on a bachelorette road trip across Spain in a camper van. At the centre of the story are roommates and best friends Coco (Itziar Manero) and Marín (Daniel Ibáñez), who have made an important pact: they will never fall in love with each other. Their friendship is simply too valuable to risk.
Of course, in television, such promises rarely survive for long.
As the group travels across Spain ahead of Blanca’s (Clara Sans) wedding, old relationships, hidden feelings and unresolved tensions begin to surface. Coco’s ex-boyfriend Gus (Ricardo Gómez), Marín’s ex-girlfriend Aroa (Lucía de la Fuente) and their unforgettable friend Loren (Brays Efe) all add their own complications to the journey.
We have to admit our expectations weren't particularly high when we started watching the series. However, within the first episode, we found ourselves wanting to continue. The show's rhythm is remarkably easy and enjoyable. Each episode moves the story forward while maintaining a good balance between comedy, romance and emotional moments.
And then there is Loren, played brilliantly by Brays Efe. He is one of the series’ great pleasures, bringing enormous personality and humour to the group. His performance gives the show some of its funniest moments without turning the character into a simple comic stereotype.
The romantic storyline between Coco and Marín is equally effective. Their relationship is built on years of friendship, which makes their growing feelings far more touching than the usual television romance. They know each other deeply, yet they are terrified that crossing the line between friendship and love could destroy everything they have built together.
That emotional conflict gives the series its heart.
We also particularly enjoyed Ricardo Gómez’s character, whose poetic and romantic personality adds another dimension to the story. His relationship with Blanca is one of the more intriguing elements of the series. He initially resembles the familiar archetype of the confident, seemingly untouchable man who refuses to settle down—almost a Spanish cousin to the kind of character audiences might associate with Christian Grey. Yet, as the story develops, he unexpectedly falls in love.
The women are just as important to the story. Blanca is preparing for marriage, while Aroa is an artist and DJ, and Coco works at an art gallery in Madrid. Their different personalities and ambitions make the group dynamic considerably more interesting.
Marín, meanwhile, is almost impossibly charming: intelligent, athletic, kind and seemingly the sort of boyfriend many people would consider ideal. Yet the series wisely avoids presenting love as something simple. Even the apparently perfect relationships come with doubts, mistakes and difficult choices.
What makes All the Truths in My Lies work is precisely its modest ambition. This isn’t attempting to become the next House of the Dragon, The Witcher or another television phenomenon. It doesn’t need spectacular battles, enormous budgets or complicated mythology. Instead, it gives us something considerably more intimate: a group of friends, a camper van, the Spanish countryside and several people trying to understand what they really want from love. The series also delights in showcasing distinctively Spanish settings, from sun-drenched landscapes in Andalusia to the vibrant streets of Madrid and picturesque coastal stops along the way. Scenes featuring local festivals, tapas shared at rustic roadside bars and spontaneous flamenco performances add an unmistakable Spanish flavour, immersing viewers in the heart of the culture while the story unfolds.
We would also recommend reading Elísabet Benavent’s novel, either before or after watching the series. The book lets you explore the characters and story in greater depth, while the adaptation gives the material a lively visual identity. Several notable differences between the book and the series add extra layers for fans to discuss. For example, the series streamlines some of the characters' backstories and relationships for a tighter narrative, and certain scenes from the book—such as Coco’s more introspective moments—are reimagined visually, giving her journey a different emotional emphasis. Additionally, the ending offers a slightly more optimistic resolution than the more ambiguous conclusion in Benavent’s original novel. These changes create fresh talking points for those who enjoy comparing adaptations to their source material.
We watched the series in Spanish, which we particularly enjoyed. For those who prefer, the series is also available with English dubbing, as well as English subtitles and subtitles in other languages. You can select these options in Netflix's language and subtitle settings, making it easy for viewers to choose their preferred way to watch.
Verdict: We were pleasantly surprised by All the Truths in My Lies. It is funny, romantic, occasionally touching and consistently entertaining. It may not be television’s biggest blockbuster, but sometimes a good series doesn’t need to be.
Sometimes all you need is a road, a camper van, a group of complicated friends—and a few secrets that desperately want to come out.
Les Épicuriens Rating: ⭐ 4/5
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(May 27, 2025). Elísabet Benavent prepara 'Toda la verdad de mis mentiras', otra serie para Netflix tras el final de 'Valeria'. El País.
(August 28, 2026). El amor que nace de la amistad y la melancolía del verano: Elísabet Benavent vuelve a Netflix con una nueva adaptación.
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(August 28, 2026). Las 4 diferencias entre la novela de Elisabet Benavent y la nueva serie 'Toda la verdad de mis mentiras' de Netflix. Los40.
