One of Us Is Lying

One of Us Is Lying by Karen M. McManus is a young adult mystery thriller that follows five high school students who walk into detention—but only four make it out alive.

The story takes place at Bayview High, where Bronwyn, Addy, Nate, Cooper, and Simon find themselves in detention together. Simon, the creator of a notorious gossip app, dies under mysterious circumstances, and the remaining four students become prime suspects in his murder. As secrets unravel, they must prove their innocence while navigating lies, betrayals, and hidden motives.