68 pages • 2 hours read
Riley SagerThe Last Time I Lied: A Novel
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In Riley Sager's 2018 psychological thriller The Last Time I Lied, three girls vanish mysteriously from an elite summer camp, and fifteen years later, Emma Davis, who shared a cabin with them, returns as a painting instructor to confront her trauma and uncover the truth. As she navigates memories and deceit, Emma strives to solve the mystery of her friends' disappearance.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Last Time I Lied, by Riley Sager, delivers a gripping story that expertly intertwines past and present mysteries at a summer camp. Readers praised its suspenseful plot and unexpected twists. However, some found the pacing uneven and the ending unconvincing. Despite these flaws, the novel remains a compelling read for thriller enthusiasts.
Who Should Read The Last Time I Lied?
Readers who enjoy psychological thrillers with a strong sense of suspense and mystery, such as Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn or The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins, would find The Last Time I Lied by Riley Sager compelling. Fans of complex characters and twisty plots will be captivated by this atmospheric novel.