We Were Liars
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2014
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Animal DeathRacism / DiscriminationSuicide or Self-Harm
We Were Liars is about the wealthy, seemingly perfect Sinclair family’s annual summer vacations on their private island, focusing on granddaughter Cadence (Cady) and her cousin-friends, the “Liars,” who experience a mysterious accident, resulting in Cady’s amnesia and a gripping quest to uncover a devastating family secret involving lies, love, and a tragic fire, all leading to a shocking twist.
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Mixed feelings: We Were Liars
I went into We Were Liars with pretty normal expectations and it surprised me. There are a few scenes that genuinely hit emotionally. The ending resolves fast compared to how much it builds up. Not perfect, but it did enough to keep me turning pages.
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Loved it: We Were Liars
We Were Liars is the kind of book that hooks you early if you like its vibe. Characters feel distinct, and the dialogue reads naturally. The middle drags and repeats the same tension a bit too long. Not perfect, but it did enough to keep me turning pages.
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Mixed feelings: We Were Liars
Mixed feelings on We Were Liars, but I can see why people love it. The pacing stays moving and the chapters end on good beats. A couple of sections could have been trimmed without losing anything. Not perfect, but it did enough to keep me turning pages.
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Not for me: We Were Liars
⚠️ Spoilers: minor plot detail mentioned below. Mixed feelings on We Were Liars, but I can see why people love it. The ending resolves fast compared to how much it builds up. There’s a specific turning point late in the book that changes the tone hard — that moment will make or break it for you. If you’re on the fence, try a sample — you’ll know quickly.
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Mixed feelings: We Were Liars
Mixed feelings on We Were Liars, but I can see why people love it. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. The middle drags and repeats the same tension a bit too long. If you’re on the fence, try a sample — you’ll know quickly.
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Mixed feelings: We Were Liars
We Were Liars is the kind of book that hooks you early if you like its vibe. The pacing stays moving and the chapters end on good beats. The ending resolves fast compared to how much it builds up. I’d still read more from this author even with the flaws.
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Really enjoyed: We Were Liars
I went into We Were Liars with pretty normal expectations and it surprised me. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. Overall, I’d recommend it to the right reader.
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Really enjoyed: We Were Liars
We Were Liars has a strong core idea — the execution mostly works. The atmosphere is the standout — it’s easy to sink into. Not perfect, but it did enough to keep me turning pages.
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