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A review by 1quillb
One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
4.8/5
I’d been putting off reading this for a while because I don’t really like murder mystery-type books, but finally started it one day and it is AMAZING. I read it in one day, in one sitting, totally intrigued by everything that was going on. But really, this book should be called “Everyone is Lying,” because there were a LOT of secrets and plot twists throughout the book. There’s amazing character development and a very well thought out plot, and I’d recommend it to anyone (even if you hate mystery books, like me!).
TWs for the book include mentions of suicide, school shootings, murder, substance abuse problems, and depression, as well as a forced outing and homophobia
I’d been putting off reading this for a while because I don’t really like murder mystery-type books, but finally started it one day and it is AMAZING. I read it in one day, in one sitting, totally intrigued by everything that was going on. But really, this book should be called “Everyone is Lying,” because there were a LOT of secrets and plot twists throughout the book. There’s amazing character development and a very well thought out plot, and I’d recommend it to anyone (even if you hate mystery books, like me!).
TWs for the book include mentions of suicide, school shootings, murder, substance abuse problems, and depression, as well as a forced outing and homophobia
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicide, Drug use, and Murder
Minor: Homophobia and Gun violence