If you liked “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” you will love “One of us is Lying”
“A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” by Holly Jackson, and “One of Us Is Lying” by Karen M. McManus are some of the best young adult mystery thrillers. These titles have gained immense popularity among readers who adore this genre; they enthrall readers with a gripping and captivating plot, fascinating characters, and twists and turns that will keep you on your toes. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” and “One of Us is Lying” exhibit an eerie and electrifying aura.
If you relished in the thrilling ride of “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,” then it’s almost inevitable that “One of Us Is Lying” will keep you hooked from start to finish, and here’s why:
“Because half less of a bad thing meant there was room for half good.”- Holly Jackson, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
Starting with how both of these books have a fascinating premise. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” and “One of Us Is Lying” both were about the incomprehensible deaths of teenagers; they have a plot that skillfully wove secrets, suspense, and intrigue. In “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,” Pippa Fitz-Amobi acted as a detective for a school project in her investigation of the death of Sal Singh; whereas “One of Us Is Lying” is a story about five high school students who are trapped together after one of them dies during detention. They both offer an exciting scheme that trails you into the dark unknown, which enhances the narrative.
Secondly, the characters in these books are all individuals, each with a compelling, complex personality. Jackson and McManus have a prowess in creating endearing and relatable protagonists that don’t make you want to bang your head against the wall and question your sanity. Pippa Fitz-Amobi and the four main characters in “One of Us Is Lying” are all regular high schoolers. They just happen to have unique personalities, secrets, and motivations. And as the plot spirals deeper and as you delve into the unexpected, you start to understand why the characters did what they did and fully understand the motives and the backstory behind their actions. Nothing is left unexplained; this makes it impossible to put the book down.
Thirdly, both of these authors have mastered the art of surprises. The time and dedication put into these books is a true talent, just how everything said or done has a consequence and how even something you don’t realize is essential comes to bite you in the back. These books have an extreme level of mastermind plotting and detail. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” has shocking revelations and appalling confessions. The story is an entrapment of lies, which makes you second guess yourself – and every time you think you figured out the mystery, something new happens that completely changes the storyline. Likewise, “One of Us Is Lying” provides a rollercoaster of suspense; it reminds me of the saying ‘every man for himself’ after all, every character is a potential suspect. And the truth seems to lie hidden within layers and layers of deception. While reading the book, it sometimes seemed as though I was peeling an onion, as every time I thought I had unraveled the enigma, boom! Something unexpected would arise! Both these books have twists and turns that create an atmosphere of suspense and keep readers wanting to solve the problem.
Lastly, both these books have a pivotal component, the crucial role of relationships. Whether they are mosaic friendships or puzzling family dynamics, this adds depth and complexity to the narratives. “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder” delves into acquaintances turning into partners in crime (more like partners in noncrime, but that just sounds weird), confusing family relationships, and how secrets can ruin connections made with others, and on the other hand, “One of Us Is Lying” explores the enterprise or correspondence between five vastly different individuals with contrasting backstories, each carrying their divergent secrets. These complicated relationships enrich the storytelling and make the books perplexing puzzles but also a compelling exploration of how humans interact.
“I know what it’s like to tell yourself a lie so often that it becomes the truth.” – Karen M. McManus, One of Us Is Lying
Before you leave this page to go on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Indigo, or wherever you shop your books from to purchase One of Us Is Lying” by Karen M. McManus” I want to say if you found yourself thrilled by “A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder,” be prepared for another exhilarating journey with “One of Us Is Lying.” Both novels offer gripping and well-written narratives, complex but intelligible characters, shocking and unpredictable plot twists, and thought-provoking explorations of relationships and riddles. Whether you’re a fan of the YA mystery genre or simply enjoy a mastermind-like crafted suspenseful read, these books are bound to keep you gripped until the final page. So go ahead, buy the book, put your seatbelts to caution against the twists and turns, and get ready to dive into the story of “One of Us Is Lying,” prepare yourself to untangle yet another hair-raising mystery that will leave you hungry for more.
