We Were Liars

Written by E. Lockhart

Book #1 in the We Were Liars series

A private island, a secretive family, and a friendship that turns destructive. What truth lies beneath the lies?

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242 pages· 49,420 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· 600L

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Bookroo's summary

On a secluded island, a brilliant but troubled girl and her friends, known as the Liars, face a summer of secrets and betrayal. As their friendship unravels, a mysterious accident and hidden truths threaten to shatter their world. What really happened, and who can be trusted? Dive into a suspenseful tale where love and lies intertwine, leaving you questioning everything.

From the publisher

#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - A modern, sophisticated suspense novel from National Book Award finalist, and Printz Award honoree E. Lockhart. Don’t miss the eagerly anticipated prequel, Family of Liars, available May 2022! A beautiful and distinguished family.A private island.A brilliant, damaged girl; a passionate, political boy.A group of four friends–the Liars–whose friendship turns destructive.A revolution. An accident. A secret.Lies upon lies.True love.The truth. Read it.And if anyone asks you how it ends, just LIE.Thrilling, beautiful, and blisteringly smart, We Were Liars is utterly unforgettable. –John Green, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars

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