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#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.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

We Were Liars by E. Lockhart is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of family, love, and secrets.

The story centers around Cadence Sinclair Eastman, a wealthy and privileged teenager who spends her summers on the private island of Beechwood with her extended family, the Sinclairs. Cadence and her cousins, Johnny, Mirren, and Gat, form an unbreakable bond as they navigate the challenges of adolescence and the secrets that lurk beneath the surface of their idyllic island paradise.

One fateful summer, Cadence suffers a traumatic head injury that leaves her with amnesia. As she struggles to regain her memory, she begins to piece together the events of the past and uncover the devastating secret that tore her family apart.

With each revelation, Cadence uncovers a web of lies and betrayals that challenge her understanding of the people she loves and the place she calls home. She must confront her own complicity in the events of the past and come to terms with the consequences of her actions.

We Were Liars is a coming-of-age story that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the lasting impact of trauma. Lockhart's evocative writing captures the beauty and fragility of youth, while also exploring the darkness that can lie beneath the surface of seemingly perfect lives.

As Cadence navigates her journey of self-discovery, readers are taken on a rollercoaster of emotions, from heartbreak and betrayal to hope and redemption. The novel's twist-filled plot and unforgettable characters make it a compelling read that will stay with you long after you finish the final page.

We Were Liars is a must-read for fans of young adult fiction, mystery, and coming-of-age stories. E. Lockhart's masterful storytelling and exploration of universal themes make this novel a timeless classic that will continue to resonate with readers for generations to come.