Lies We Told This Summer

From the acclaimed author of The One Memory of Flora Banks comes a gripping, high-stakes YA true-crime murder mystery. Set against the sun-drenched backdrop of the French Riviera, this is a dangerous summer story that will change lives forever.

About the Book: When Cat is offered an escape from her life in Cornwall to spend a glamorous summer on the French Riviera with wealthy family friends, she doesn’t hesitate. She soon finds herself immersed in a world of luxury and carefree socialites—but Henry is different. More enigmatic and far more compelling, Henry draws Cat in, and a whirlwind romance begins.

However, Henry is harboring dark, buried secrets. Strange, unexplained circumstances haunt the death of his mother, which occurred years earlier. When he invites Cat to his eerie French countryside mansion, she realizes she could be the one to help him uncover the truth by investigating the past. But as Cat begins digging into long-forgotten crimes, she quickly discovers that not everyone wants the truth to come to light. In a place where secrets are currency, how far will Cat go to protect the boy she loves—and will she survive the summer?

Key Features & Benefits:

• Gripping True-Crime Mystery: A suspenseful, twist-filled narrative that keeps readers guessing until the final page.

• Atmospheric Setting: Expertly contrasts the high-life of the French Riviera with the haunting tension of a secluded countryside mansion.

• Compelling Romance: A deeply involving relationship dynamic that drives the plot's emotional stakes.

• The Perfect Gift: A must-have for fans of We Were Liars, The Reappearance of Rachel Price, and anyone who loves atmospheric, page-turning YA thrillers.