We Were Liars by E. Lockhart | BOOK REVIEW

Book: Were Liars by E. Lockhart

Genre: YA, Psychological thriller

Pages: 272

My Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐

 

It’s true when they say that you should lie if anyone asks you about this book because the way the author weaves this story is one that everyone should read at least once.

We’ve all read thriller books in which the authors provide minimal clues and you have a hard time guessing the ending. But guess what, in we were liars you’ll have clues and the facts staring right at you throughout the book and you still won’t be able to guess the twists. This is one of the reasons why I truly loved this book.

Another reason is the thought provoking writing of the author, although there are a few instances where the author crossed the boundary with using too many adjectives. But still this book is going to leave you with a profound sadness for the tragedy the Sinclair family goes through. We were liars is a poignant story based on Self-acceptance, grief and family morals.

Every year the Sinclair family spends their summer at a private island in Massachusetts. There the family comes together to celebrate their family traditions and enjoy a vacation. Everything looks grand and mysterious on the surface but when you’re surrounded by the same people weeks on end, the temperature run high and the teenage angst soars. And as to what happens to the perfect Sinclair family, well that you need to find on your own. 😜