Little Liar

Gather initial thoughts and broad opinions about the book.

1. The novel combines psychological realism with a dark romance plot. Did the insight into the psyche of characters make the reading experience more compelling for you?

2. Discuss what you liked most and least about the novel.

3. Compare Little Liar with its companion in the duology, Little Stranger. How did you think the main characters evolved over the two books?

Encourage readers to connect the book’s themes and characters with their personal experiences.

1. Olivia returns to Malachi even though he abducted and tortured her because she loves him. Do you agree with her actions? In your opinion, does intense love excuse boundary-pushing behavior?

2. Malachi is insecure about losing Olivia because she “might realize she can do way better than [him]” (235). Can you relate to his insecurity? How would you cope with such feelings in any kind of relationship?

3. Malachi resents Jamieson because his adoptive father disapproves of his relationship with Olivia. Is Malachi’s resentment justified? What would you do in Jamieson’s shoes?

4. Though the Vize family undergoes many terrible events, most of the family members still end up in touch with each other, emphasizing the importance of found family.