The Lies That Bind (The Liar Society) [Paperback]

Lisa Roecker (Author), Laura Roecker (Author)

Book Description

Release date: November 1, 2012 | Series: The Liar Society

Praise for The Liar Society:

"A page–turning, pearl–clutching mystery!"—Kimberly Derting, author of The Body Finder and Desires of the Dead

"A book for mystery lovers everywhere...will suck you in and leave you hanging until the very end."—RT Book Reviews

Another Sister Gone—You Can't Let Them Get Away With This

Kate has heard of messages from beyond the grave, but she never expected to find one in a fortune cookie. Especially from her best friend, Grace—who's supposed to be dead.

At the elite Pemberly Brown Academy, nothing is as it seems. A popular girl has gone missing, and Kate owes it to Grace's memory to find out what happened. But in a school ruled by secret societies, who can she trust? Definitely not Bradley (despite his hotness) — he's one of them. Still, she may just have to get closer to him if she wants to get some answers.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I was sucked into this series from the very first page, tearing through to the end.  So suspenseful, and full of twists and turns!"- Laurie Faria Stolarz, New York Times bestselling author of DEADLY LITTLE SECRET

"I loved this book! I haven't read the first book in the series, but that didn't dampen my ability to understand the plot of The Lies that Bind at all. The first thing that struck me while reading The Lies that Bind was Kate's character. She's such a driven, determined young woman who I think can be an excellent role model, even if she does a little lying to her parents to get stuff done. " - pandareads.blogspot.com

"secret societies, private schools and mysteries galore make this a fast and fun read, just like the first story in this enjoyable series. Kate's a fantastically drawn character -- she's smart and curious and determined. " - bookswarm.blogspot.com

"This imaginative mystery, complete with secret passageways and passwords, will leave readers eager for the next installment." - Booklist

About the Author

LISA and LAURA ROECKER are sisters-turned-writing-partners with a passion for good books, pop culture and Bravo programming. Not necessarily in that order. Lisa has always been a phenomenal liar and Laura loves to write angsty poetry, so writing for young adults seemed like a natural fit. The sisters live in Cleveland, Ohio in separate residences. Their husbands wouldn't agree to a duplex. To learn more about The Liar Society series check outwww.theliarsociety.com

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Product Details

• Age Range: 12 and up
  
• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire (November 1, 2012)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1402270240
• ISBN-13: 978-1402270246
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.4 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #444,078 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Lisa and Laura Roecker are sisters-turned-writing-partners with a love of all things Young Adult. Some call it arrested development, but the sisters claim it keeps them young. Plus, it's cheaper than Botox. Lisa and Laura live in Cleveland, Ohio in separate residences. Their husbands wouldn't agree to a duplex. THE LIAR SOCIETY is their first novel. To learn more, check out www.lisaandlauraroecker.com.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Live To Read ~Krystal January 10, 2013

By Chels

Format:Paperback

Kate attends an elite High School, Pemberly Brown Academy. In the past, this institution was divided into separate boys and girls schools. After the high schools combined decades ago, two secret societies formed, the Sisterhood and the Brotherhood. Ever since their creation, the two societies have been in a power struggle. Last year, Kate's best friend Grace was killed by the Brotherhood. The culprits went unpunished because of connections to the police and school administration.
This year, Kate is trying to find "normal" with the help of her boyfriend and a few close friends. However, life may never be normal again. Kate is receiving notes from Grace and a member of the Sisterhood has gone missing. The missing girl's best friend, who is also head of the Sisterhood, wants Kate to help find her. Kate is sure the Brotherhood is behind the disappearance, but should she help the Sisterhood find their abducted member, becoming involved with the secret societies again?
Kate is a devoted friend and a resilient fighter, but she isolates herself and has bad judgment. As I read this book, I felt horribly alone. Kate has a spectacular group of friends, but she does not trust in them to help her. Kate's recklessness frustrated me, as well. Kate leapt into dangerous situations without thinking about the effects of her choices. I think the trauma she survived is the reason for her self-imposed isolation and irresponsibility.
The Roecker sisters did a great job with this novel. As a reader, I cared about Kate. I thought of her as a younger sister and was angry when she put herself in dangerous situations. Lisa & Laura Roecker created a separate world in their novel. The social interactions, hierarchy, and ceremonies that occurred at Pemberly Brown Academy were incredible. After I finished reading, I was itching to Google the names of the secret organizations and its members. They seemed like real people. Reading The Liar Society is like reading an exposé.
Any teenagers could enjoy this book. The mystery and action that unfold at Pemberly Brown Academy make the book hard to put down. Kate makes the novel one that readers will not soon forget. The next book in the series will definitely be on my "Want to Read" list. I give The Lies That Bind, five out of five stars.

*Received a copy for review, this in no way affects my review*

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Completely Gripping YA Mystery/Thriller! December 5, 2012

By Stephanie Ward

Format:Paperback

4.5 Stars

'The Lies That Bind' is the second book in the LIAR SOCIETY series - a young adult mystery/thriller that follows main character Kate Lowry as she struggles to expose the secret societies that rule her school and the dangers that they pose. In this second installment, Kate is still reeling from the death of her best friend, Grace, and is seeking justice for her death by attempting to bring down those responsible. Soon another girl has gone missing and history seems to be replaying itself. Can Kate find her in time before another innocent life is lost?

With this being the second book in the series - and I haven't read the first - it was a little bit confusing to understand the circumstances surrounding Kate's best friend's death and what has brought her to this point in her life. Other than that, I was easily able to catch on to the plot and was immediately brought into the sordid affairs occuring at Pemberly Brown. Without knowing what to expect from this book, I was more than pleasantly surprised by how engrossed I became in the story and how much the entire novel exceeded my expectations.

The setting of Pemberly Brown - a prestigious and expensive private school - is the perfect place for the story of secret societies and age-old traditions. The characters were all very realistic and likable - especially Kate. I found myself empathizing with her right from the start and was rooting for her during the entire book. The romance in the story is the right amount of sizzle without being overly mushy or corny. It added enough flair and distraction to the book without taking away from the main storyline - which I found perfect. The entire history of the school, along with its traditions and societies, as well as the personal backgrounds of the characters added lots of depth and complexities to the book that made it really intriguing. Although the story itself is a serious one, there is some comic relief that had me laughing out loud while I read, which made for a good balance to the heavier material. Overall, I really enjoyed this book - although I am disappointed that I didn't read the first book in the series before this one. A highly recommended series for fans of YA fiction and mysteries/thrillers.

Disclosure: I received a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Sequel! April 17, 2013

By S. O'Donnell

Format:Kindle Edition

Kate's next mystery at The Pemberly Brown Academy is every bit as riveting and surprising as the first. I loved LIAR SOCIETY, and I have to say that LIES THAT BIND is just as good. Even the cleverest of mystery fans won't be able to predict what's coming--Lisa and Laura Roecker are just too good. I don't think I've ever read better YA mystery than these. They are suspenseful, action-packed, funny, romantic, and impossible to figure out--all in one!

I love these books, my students love these books, and I have no doubts that YOU will love these books! Don't miss out.