One of Us Is Lying
Karen M. McManus
The international bestselling YA thriller by acclaimed author Karen M. McManus – now available in a bold new cover look complete with a blood red background and matching sprayed edges.
Five students walk into detention. Only four come out alive.
Yale hopeful Bronwyn has never publicly broken a rule.
Sports star Cooper only knows what he’s doing in the baseball diamond.
Bad boy Nate is one misstep away from a life of crime.
Prom queen Addy is holding together the cracks in her perfect life.
And outsider Simon, creator of the notorious gossip app at Bayview High, won’t ever talk about any of them again.
He dies 24 hours before he could post their deepest secrets online. Investigators conclude it’s no accident. All of them are suspects.
Everyone has secrets, right?
What really matters is how far you’ll go to protect them.
‘Tightly plotted and brilliantly written, with sharp, believable characters, this whodunit is utterly irresistible’ – HEAT
‘Twisty plotting, breakneck pacing and intriguing characterisation add up to an exciting single-sitting thrillerish treat’ -THE GUARDIAN
‘A fantastic murder mystery, packed with cryptic clues and countless plot twists. I could not put this book down’ – THE SUN
‘Pretty Little Liars meets The Breakfast Club’ – ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY
But the story doesn’t end here, it continues with One of Us Is Next. . .
Reviews
It was epic. I love their back stories and the tragic secrets. I really liked it when Bronwyn and Nate go close, it reminded me of Romeo and Juliet. And with Simon's death of a peanut allergy, Abby's break up and Cooper's "coming out". I didn't even suspect Simon being the murderer, with the help of Jake, Abby's ex . So yes . If you like a good girls guide to murder, you'll love this
Princess Ariel Arlington 22.03.2026
Star Reviewer
It is such an interesting book. The main characters go through lots of personal growth and become closer as they try and work out who is framing them. My favourite characters are Nate and Bronwyn because i like the dynamic between them. Would recommend to anyone who likes Teen / YA crime.
Madam June Snivel 07.09.2025
A bad attempt, thats name drew me in and plot line, but the writing skills left me disapointed.
Empress Agnetha Mouse 06.08.2025
Really good book with many twists and turns
Principal Ariel Yo-yo 19.07.2025
It was alright but a bit slow at the beginning
Lord Jiminy Pennyfarthing 04.08.2024
This book was amazing. The murder was very dramatic and the time in between had so many unexpected things happen. The whole plot of the murder was mind-blowing and it surprised me as it was very unexpected and I didn't see it coming. My favourite character was Addy because even at one of her lowest moments she was still positive and I think it was amazing how honest she was with Jake about TJ because it takes a lot of courage to tell someone that.
Fairy Gloriana Sudoku 29.07.2024
Star Reviewer
great
Fairy Rose Possum 27.07.2024
Roses are read Violets are blue Nate’s hot af And Cooper is too
Queen Magnolia Moonlight 26.07.2024
soooo interesting and juicy. It's a murder mystery. I liked Addie best because she has the most interesting role as one of the suspects. And Cooper, also a suspect, because he's a very good friend to everyone. It is a pageturner and gripping till the end. I would recommend it to readers aged 12 and above.
Princess Pixie Quagmire 16.07.2024
I watched the series on netflix and wanted to read the book to compare and i definitely enjoyed the book just as much as the show! i recommend if you want a good mystery
Anonymous 14.05.2024
It was a very good book.
Princess Beany Sofa 08.02.2024
I recommend this book to people who like mystery and crime. I was at the edge of my seat the whole entire time whilst reading the book the characters all spoke differently and are all unique. My favourite person was Addy because when her and Jake broke up she changed so much and realised how much control she let Jake have over her.
Anonymous 21.12.2023
This book is the best thing I have ever read!!! My favourite book in fact! What I liked about this story is that after every chapter it would finish of the sentences with cliff hangers and it just wants to make you keep on reading and reading and reading and now I’m off to reading the second book!!!
Anonymous 27.08.2023
I testing and would recommend to all of my friend
Marshal Cupcake Biscuits 23.08.2023
Horror death amazing This is my new fav book
General Magnolia Sherbet 08.08.2023
It is kinda boring and nearly had any pictures.so I don't recommend it
Queen Beryl Piccalilli 04.08.2023
Star Reviewer
This was a thrilling and highly enjoyable book. The plot took me on a journey of secrets and lies. My favourite characters were Cooper, Bronwyn and Nate because despite what they were going through, they stuck up for what they believed was right. I would recommend this book to readers aged 14+.
Queen Magnolia Moonlight 25.07.2023
“One of us is Lying” is an exciting thriller with lots of scary plot twists. I loved reading this book because it was never boring and I found the characters very interesting. I was very intrigued by the ending of the book when the truth was revealed.
Dona Boadicea Ridiculous 25.07.2023
One detention. Five students. Only four leave the room alive. Simon Kellheller, runner of About That, the school gossip platform, is dead. Only four people could have done it. Bronwyn (who has never broken a rule in her life), Cooper (who is surely headed for baseball fame), Addy (homecoming princess) and Nate (who everyone knows is a dealer). It has to be one of them. But who…?
Senorita July Mystery 24.07.2023
It was really good and when I found out there was a TV show I watched it straight away. I was so sad finishing the book.
Princess Wanda Bonsai 24.07.2023
