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Liarmouth

A feel-bad romance
By John Waters
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Liarmouth by John Waters is a darkly humorous tale centred around Marsha Sprinkle, a con artist with a peculiar penchant for stealing luggage. As she moves through the chaotic and quirky world that John Waters paints, Marsha's life of deception and manipulation starts to unravel, leading to bizarre encounters and unexpected revelations. The story blends eccentric characters and outrageous events, reflecting Waters' trademark blend of wit and satirical flair.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate a quirky and irreverent sense of humour, as it offers a wild ride full of eccentric characters and outrageous situations. Fans of unconventional narratives and dark comedy will likely be drawn to its unique storytelling style and audacious wit.

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Liarmouth

A hilariously filthy tale of sex, crime, and family dysfunction from the brilliantly twisted mind of John Waters, the legendary filmmaker and bestselling author of Mr. Know-It-All.

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"It's just as deliciously witty and delightfully deviant as you'd expect from the man William Burroughs called the 'Pope of Trash'" Independent "Waters is undoubtedly among the greatest American comedians of all time" Far Out

A hilariously filthy tale of sex, crime, and family dysfunction from the brilliantly twisted mind of John Waters, the legendary filmmaker and bestselling author of Mr. Know-It-All.

Marsha Sprinkle: Suitcase thief. Scammer. Master of disguise. Dogs and children hate her. Her own family wants her dead. She's smart, she's desperate, she's disturbed, and she's on the run with a big chip on her shoulder. They call her Liarmouth - until one insane man makes her tell the truth.

John Waters's first novel, Liarmouth, is a perfectly perverted "feel-bad romance," and the reader will thrill to hop aboard this delirious road trip of riotous revenge.

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Liarmouth by John Waters is celebrated for its embrace of dysfunction and degradation, painting them as fascinatingly powerful spectacles. Critics highlight the book's comedic brilliance and deviant wit, synonymous with Waters' signature style, termed "American Gothic Camp." The novel delivers a playful romp through absurdity, filled with debauchery and unconventional humour, embodying the spirit of nonconformity.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781472157577

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Corsair

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 124.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 224g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

John Waters is an American filmmaker, actor, writer, and visual artist best known for his cult films, including Multiple Maniacs, Pink Flamingos, and Cecil B. DeMented. He wrote and directed the 1988 film Hairspray which is an international success and was later adapted into a Broadway musical. He has also appeared in several films and performed a touring one-man show called This Filthy World. We have published eight of his previous books, including the bestselling Mr Know-It-All, Carsick and Role Models. Liarmouth is his first novel. He lives in Baltimore, Maryland.

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