We Were Liars by E. Lockhart

We Were Liars

We Were Liars #1

E. Lockhart

227 pages • first pub 2014 (editions)

fiction contemporary mystery young adult emotional mysterious sad medium-paced

Description

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 trut...

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Moods

mysterious 79%
emotional 65%
sad 54%
dark 49%
adventurous 29%
tense 28%
reflective 22%
challenging 11%
hopeful 4%
funny 3%
lighthearted 3%
inspiring 2%
relaxing 1%

Pace

medium 45%
fast 36%
slow 17%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 41% | Character: 37% | Plot: 20% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 30% | No: 29% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 49% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 77% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 6% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.6

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