'Everyone Here is Lying' by Shari Lapena is a gripping thriller set in the small town of Stanhope, where a family man's affair leads to a devastating event involving his nine-year-old daughter, Avery. As the search for Avery unfolds, secrets, lies, and unexpected twists come to light, leaving the neighbors increasingly unhinged. The author expertly weaves a tale of dysfunctional families, hidden truths, and a mysterious disappearance that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the shocking end.
The writing style of Shari Lapena in 'Everyone Here is Lying' is described as enthralling, fast-paced, and filled with compelling characters. The plot is full of complexities, intricate relationships, and unexpected revelations that make it hard for readers to put the book down. Lapena's skillful storytelling creates a web of lies and mysteries that keep readers guessing until the final, intriguing showdown.
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Warnings include themes of missing children, psychological manipulation, family dysfunction, and infidelity.
From The Publisher:
AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!
Another thrilling domestic suspense novel from the New York Times bestselling author of The Couple Next Door
"The most addictive book I've read in ages-so slick and disquieting and clever. Just brilliant." -Lisa Jewell, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Family Remains
"Lapena is a master of manipulation." - USA Today
Welcome to Stanhope. A safe neighborhood. A place for families.
William Wooler is a family man, on the surface. But he's been having an affair, an affair that ended horribly this afternoon at a motel up the road. So when he returns to his house, devastated and angry, to find his difficult nine-year-old daughter, Avery, unexpectedly home from school, William loses his temper.
Hours later, Avery's family declares her missing.
Suddenly Stanhope doesn't feel so safe. And William isn't the only one on his street who's hiding a lie. As witnesses come forward with information that may or may not be true, Avery's neighbors become increasingly unhinged.
Who took Avery Wooler?
Nothing will prepare you for the truth.
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Very suspenseful and plenty of twists. Loved it! Only thing I didn't care for was the emotional intelligence attributed to a 9yo girl. Kind of ridiculous in my opinion. Still 5 stars.
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