Spinning a page-turning story of literary suspense that begins in the present and unwinds back more than half a century, this unforgettable debut channels the haunting allure of Atonement as its masterfully woven web of lies, secrets, and betrayals unravels to a shocking conclusion.
Veteran con artist Roy spots an obvious easy mark when he meets Betty, a wealthy widow, online. In no time at all, heâs moved into Bettyâs lovely cottage and is preparing to accompany her on a romantic trip to Europe. Bettyâs grandson disapproves of their blossoming relationship, but Roy is sure this scheme will be a success. He knows what heâs doing.
As this remarkable feat of storytelling weaves together Royâs and Bettyâs futures, it also unwinds their pasts. Dancing across almost a century, decades that encompass unthinkable cruelty, extraordinary resilience, and remarkable kindness, The Good Liar is an epic narrative of sin, salvation, and survivalâand for Roy and Betty, there is a reckoning to be made when the endgame of Royâs crooked plot plays out.
