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Nine Liars (Truly Devious, #5)

Maureen Johnson
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Nine Liars (Truly Devious, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2022

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Maureen Johnson

Nine Liars (Truly Devious, #5)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

445

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Nine Liars by Maureen Johnson follows Stevie Bell, a clever student and detective, as she travels to London with friends. There, Stevie becomes entangled in a cold case involving a group of nine friends and a decades-old murder during their days at university. Stevie's sleuthing skills are put to the test to uncover the truth.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

28,493 ratings

67%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Maureen Johnson's Nine Liars combines mystery and young adult fiction, receiving praise for its engaging plot and well-crafted characters. However, some readers found the pacing inconsistent and the number of characters overwhelming. Overall, it’s a compelling read with clever twists, ideal for fans of Johnson’s previous works.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Nine Liars (Truly Devious, #5)?

A reader who enjoys Nine Liars by Maureen Johnson likely appreciates intricate mystery plots, engaging character development, and settings steeped in history. Similar to fans of Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes series or Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot novels, they revel in intelligently crafted whodunits.

4.0

28,493 ratings

67%

Loved it

27%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

445

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Contemporary

Publication Year

2022

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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