The Lie Maker

Jack Givens is recruited by the U.S. Marshals to create false histories for people in witness protection. He discovers his father is missing and could be in serious danger, so he must track him down. This is a twisty thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author, full of clever plot twists and tension.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 384 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2024
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

In this gripping thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author, a man is on a desperate mission to locate his father in witness protection, fearing that his enemies are close to catching up to him.

"Your dad's not a good person. Your dad killed people, son." These were the last words Jack Givens' father spoke to him before he disappeared into witness protection, leaving Jack and his mother to pick up the shattered pieces of their lives.

Years later, Jack finds himself struggling as an author, recruited by the U.S. Marshals to create false histories for people in witness protection. He sees this as an opportunity to finally find his father, but then he learns that his father has gone missing, putting him in grave danger.

Jack knows he must track down his father, but he faces a daunting challenge. He has never truly known his father, and he must evade his father's deadly enemies, who are willing to use his own son against him.

As Jack delves deeper into his search, he uncovers a web of lies and secrets that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. He must navigate through a treacherous landscape, where trust is nonexistent, and every move could be his last.

With the clock ticking, Jack must use all his skills and resources to find his father before it's too late. He must confront his past and face the truth about his father, even if it means risking his own life.

"The Lie Maker" is a masterfully crafted thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Linwood Barclay has once again proven himself as a master of the intricately plotted psychological thriller genre, delivering a story that is both engaging and emotionally charged.

Praise for "The Lie Maker" has been pouring in from critics and readers alike. The Times praised it as "another perfect page-turner," while The Sun described it as "a triumph from a master thriller writer." David Koepp hailed it as "engrossing and moving, full of clever plot twists, this is great crime writing." Literary Review praised it as "a master of the intricately plotted psychological thriller genre," and Women's Weekly described it as "a must-read for fans of the genre."

In conclusion, "The Lie Maker" is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in Linwood Barclay's acclaimed series. If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, this book is a must-read that will not disappoint.

Weight: 258g
Dimension: 128 x 199 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780008555689