The Liar

Authors:

Stephen Fry

Type:Hardcover/ PaperBack / Loose Leaf
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ISBN: 1616954663, 978-1616954666

Book publisher: Soho Press

Book Price $0 : Stephen Fry's breathtakingly outrageous debut novel is by turns eccentric, shocking, brilliantly comic and achingly romantic.Adrian Healey loves to lie. He does it all the time. Every minute, every moment. And worse, he does it wonderfully, imaginatively, brilliantly. He lies to buck the system, to express his contempt for convention, but mostly because he just plain likes to. It’s fun; it’s high camp. He invents a lost pornographic novel by Charles Dickens, and for himself a career as a Piccadilly rent boy hireable by the hour. But Adrian’s lies eventually bring realworld danger, as he finds himself caught up in the machinations of a shadowy network that puts his own life at risk. A dazzling, outrageous first novel that has delighted liars everywhere.

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Peter Fuller
3.0
The Liar is a decent book but could've been more thrilling. The initial chapters fascinated me with their promise, but I felt the story lost some steam halfway through. The main character's motivations were well written, yet some side plots weren't sufficiently fleshed out. Not bad, but it didn’t knock my socks off.
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Timothy Knight
5.0
This book exceeded my expectations in every conceivable way. The storytelling was nothing short of exceptional, and the twists kept me guessing right until the end. I've become an ardent fan of the author's writing style. The delivery was swift and the book arrived in perfect condition. If you're looking for a great read, look no further!
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Brandon Sanders
5.0
The Liar was a thrilling ride from start to finish! The character development was superb and the plot had me hooked literally from the first page. The examples used to illustrate the protagonist's cunning were spot on and added depth to the storyline. I managed to get an extra discount with my membership, which made this purchase even sweeter. Can't recommend enough!
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Cole Spencer
4.0
I really enjoyed reading The Liar. It offers a good mix of suspense and drama. The author's grasp on human psychology is fascinating, though some parts dragged slightly. I would have liked a bit more character development towards the middle sections. Still, a captivating read overall. Got this with a nice discount due to my online membership, which was a plus!
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Bruce Mitchell
4.0
The intricate plot and engaging narrative kept me thoroughly entertained throughout 'The Liar'. The twists were intriguing, though not entirely unpredictable. It took a bit longer to arrive than expected, but it was well-packaged, which I appreciated. The book offered compelling characters, and I would definitely recommend it for a weekend read.