Liars, Inc.

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A dark and twisted psychological tale, which Kirkus Reviews called "captivating to the very end" in a starred review—perfect for fans of I Hunt Killers and Gone Girl.Max Cantrell h as never been a big fan of the truth, so when the opportunity arises to sell forged permission slips and cover stories to his classmates, it sounds like a good way to make a little money. So with the help of his friend Preston and his girlfriend, Parvati, Max starts Liars, Inc. Suddenly everybody needs something, and the cash starts pouring in. Who knew lying could be so lucrative?When Preston wants his own cover story to go visit a girl he met online, Max doesn't think twice about it. But then Preston never comes home. And the evidence starts to pile up—terrifying clues that lead to Preston's body.Terrifying clues that point to Max as the killer…. Twisty Plot: When Max’s best friend Preston goes missing, the cover story Max created becomes the first lie in a chain of secrets and betrayals that spirals out of control. Unreliable Narrator: Max makes a living from lies, but now he’s the prime suspect in a murder. To prove his innocence, he’ll have to uncover a truth more dangerous than any lie he’s ever told. Dark Secret: Everyone at Vista Palisades has something to hide, from Max’s girlfriend Parvati to the victim himself. The closer Max gets to the truth, the more secrets come to light. Gone Girl for Teens: A gripping YA thriller where the evidence is stacked against the hero, and no one—not his friends, not the police, not even the victim—is who they seem. Show more