The Lies We Tell by Katie Zhao

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Enter a world of elite high school secrets and dangerous truths with Katie Zhao’s gripping young adult mystery, ‘The Lies We Tell.’ When Anna Xu, a brilliant but socially awkward hacker, finds herself embroiled in the suspicious death of her former best friend and fierce academic rival, Jack Leung, she knows there’s more to the story than the official explanation. Anna, along with her childhood friend and fellow outsider, Ethan Lin, embarks on a clandestine investigation. They navigate the cutthroat world of their prestigious Beijing international school, where competition is fierce, reputations are everything, and everyone seems to be hiding something. As Anna peels back the layers of deception, she uncovers a web of lies, betrayals, and dark secrets involving the school’s most powerful students. ‘The Lies We Tell’ is a fast-paced, intricately plotted mystery that combines elements of academic pressure, social hierarchies, and a thrilling whodunit. Zhao crafts a compelling narrative that explores themes of truth, justice, and the heavy cost of ambition. Prepare to be captivated by this intelligent and suspenseful read that will keep you guessing until the final, shocking revelation.