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We Were Liars

Series: We Were Liars
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We Were Liars by E. Lockhart is a gripping young adult novel centred around the privileged Sinclair family, who spend their summers on a private island. The story focuses on Cadence, a teenager dealing with the aftermath of a mysterious accident. As she pieces together her fractured memories, family secrets and lies slowly unravel, leading to a shocking revelation.
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This captivating and mysterious young adult novel may appeal to you if you enjoy a gripping family drama with a twisty plot and unpredictable turns. Set on a private island, it explores themes of love, loss, and deception, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate emotional depth and psychological intrigue in their reads.

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We Were Liars

One family. One summer. One act that can never be forgiven. The #1 New York Times bestseller from the critically acclaimed E. Lockhart. TikTok Made Me Buy It!

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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.

We Were Liars is a modern, sophisticated suspense that will leave you reeling. Read it. And if anyone asks you how it ends, just LIE.

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We Were Liars by E. Lockhart is praised for its captivating storytelling, blending elements of beauty and disturbance in a heartfelt narrative. The book is described as haunting and authentic, exploring familial mythologies with a poignant touch.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760111069

Publisher: A&U Children's

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 July 2014

Country: Australia

Imprint: A&U Children

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 262g

Pages: 272

About the Author

Emily Lockhart is the author of eight YA novels, including The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks.

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