We Were Liars

Firefly & Fern Summary

We Were Liars is a gripping mystery about Cadence Sinclair, a privileged teenage girl who suffers from amnesia after a mysterious accident and must piece together what really happened during a fateful summer. Through lyrical prose and an unreliable narrator, E. Lockhart crafts a haunting story about family secrets, wealth, and the consequences of hidden truths that will keep readers guessing until its shocking twist ending. This emotionally complex novel explores how the stories we tell ourselves can mask deeper wounds, making it a memorable read for mature teens.