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The Liar
Nora Roberts

The Liar

Quick Answer

Read "The Liar" as the 56th book in the Standalone Novels sequence. This follows the recommended publication order to preserve character development.

Sequence Warning

⚠️ Do NOT read before "Dead Heat - Part 3" (Book 55)

❓ Can I skip this book?
❌ No — Required

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Verdict Insight: As the 56th installment, this volume is critical for following the central narrative progression and plot development.

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<b>In a “sexy, suspenseful read,” #1<i> New York Times </i>bestselling author Nora Roberts delivers “a slow-burning fuse of a plot that ultimately explodes in a nail-biting conclusion.”*</b><br>  <br>Shelby Foxworth lost her husband. Then she lost her illusions…<br>  <br> The man who took her from Tennessee to an exclusive Philadelphia suburb left her in crippling debt. He was an adulterer and a liar, and when Shelby tracks down his safe-deposit box, she finds multiple IDs. The man she loved wasn’t just dead. He never really existed.<br>  <br> Shelby takes her three-year-old daughter and heads south to seek comfort in her hometown, where she meets someone new: Griff Lott, a successful contractor. But her husband had secrets she has yet to discover. Even in this small town, surrounded by loved ones, danger is closer than she knows—and threatens Griff, as well. And an attempted murder is only the beginning...<br>  <br> *<i>Booklist </i>(starred review)
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The Liar

Book #56 of 524 in Series

Complete Series Reading Order

Publication Order

Preserves character reveals and plot twists exactly as the author intended.

Chronological Order

May spoil surprises but improves timeline clarity for deep lore fans.

Order Confidence

high Confidence

Why this order?

Our team of curators analyzes publication history, author interviews, and internal narrative continuity to establish the definitive reading sequence. This ensures zero spoilers and maximum narrative impact.

Why This Order Is Confusing

Many reading lists for Standalone Novels conflict because early publishers often labeled short story collections as standalone novels, or rearranged internal chronologies for marketing. This guide follows original author intent and narrative continuity to settle the debate for good.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip reading The Liar?

This book is essential to the core narrative and character development.

Can I read The Liar before Dead Heat - Part 3?

No. We recommend reading Dead Heat - Part 3 first. The Liar is the 56th book in the series and follows the core narrative established in earlier volumes.

Is The Liar required reading for the Standalone Novels?

Yes, it is a core installment in the series reading order and contains critical character development and plot progression.

What comes after The Liar in the reading order?

The next recommended book after The Liar is The Liar (Book #56).