One of Us is Lying is an addictive YA thriller, set at Bayview High - a high school with many dark secrets.
When five students are put into detention, only four come out alive. The victim is Simon - creator of the notorious school gossip app - and his death is no accident. All four survivors have a motive for murder. And one of them is definitely lying.
After enthralling readers across the world, the book was adapted into the One of Us is Lying TV series for Netflix in 2021.
The One of Us is Lying sequel, with a brand new mystery to solve at Bayview High, - One of Us is Next - came out in 2020. One of Us is Back - the third One of Us is Lying book, is due out in 2023.
Karen McManus’ thrillers are unputdownable reads, suitable for ages 13+, and perfect for fans of Pretty Little Liars and A Good Girl's Guide to Murder. We recommend reading the One of Us is Lying series in order.
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All the One of Us is Lying books in order:
Book 1: One of Us is Lying (2017)
Book 2: One of Us is Next (2020)
Book 3: One of Us is Back (2023)
A gripping YA mystery that delves into secrets, stereotypes, and the complexities of high school life—ideal for engaging readers aged 14 and up.
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I like how the book was written by showing each perspective of the characters, and how each part is split up. Also, the main part happens really fast,...
Twisted, dark and enthralling this novel really certainly did not disappoint proving to be one of the most engaging and gripping stories of my year. I...