Tell Me No Lies

Tell Me No Lies follows Lizzy Swift, a high school senior whose world is turned upside down by the arrival of the effortlessly cool Claire Reynolds. Claire introduces Lizzy to a thrilling new social scene in downtown Philadelphia, complete with clubs, parties, and art, and helps her pursue a long-standing crush on Matt. While Lizzy revels in her newfound adventure and passion, her grades begin to suffer, and she senses that both Claire and Matt are keeping significant secrets from her. This young adult novel explores themes of friendship, first love, identity, and the complexities of trust and honesty. It's a compelling read for ages 12-18, prompting discussions about peer influence, self-discovery, and the consequences of hidden truths. Parents should be aware of themes involving teen relationships, social scenes, and the emotional impact of deception.

When secrets are forced into the light, will the bonds between Claire, Lizzy, and Matt be enough to keep everything from falling apart? Life changes for Lizzy Swift when Claire Reynolds transfers to the Argyll School in their senior year. Claire is all Lizzy is not—reckless, independent, effortlessly cool. Claire introduces Lizzy to downtown Philadelphia—its clubs, parties, and vibrant art scene, and helps her get together with Matt, who Lizzy’s been crushing on for years. Soon Lizzy’s once-quiet life is full of adventure and passion. But Lizzy’s grades are slipping, and her new relationships are complicated. Sometimes Lizzy feels that she and Matt are soul mates, but other times he holds back from her. Claire can be moody and evasive, too. Lizzy knows her boyfriend and best friend are hiding things from her. Can what they have together last when the truth comes out?