About This Book
"Family of Liars" is the highly anticipated young adult prequel to E. Lockhart's bestselling "We Were Liars." Set on the Sinclairs' private island, it delves into an earlier generation's summer of privilege, passion, and devastating choices. Parents should be aware that the book explores mature themes including addiction, unforgivable betrayal, and the long-lasting consequences of secrets, all wrapped in a psychological mystery. It's ideal for mature teens aged 14 and up who enjoy complex family dramas and suspenseful narratives.
A windswept private island off the coast of Massachusetts. A hungry ocean, churning with secrets and sorrow. A fiery, addicted heiress. An irresistible, unpredictable boy. A summer of unforgivable betrayal and terrible mistakes. Welcome back to the Sinclair family. They were always liars.
Substance References
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Scary Scenes
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Discussion Prompts
1
How do the choices made by this generation of Sinclairs impact future generations?
2
What role does privilege play in the characters' decisions and their consequences?
3
Discuss the nature of betrayal in the story. Was it avoidable?
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How does the island setting contribute to the mood and themes of the book?
5
What does the book suggest about the nature of truth and lies within a family?
External Reviews
NYT Bestseller
Young Adult Hardcover (23 weeks on list)
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