The Liar
by Nora Roberts
Berkley 2015
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.2 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- Deception and identity
- Reinvention and second chances
- Family and community support
- Single motherhood
- Trust and new love
- Financial independence
- Crime and consequences
- Small-town resilience
About this book
After Shelby Foxworth’s husband dies, she discovers he was a con man who left her buried in debt and danger. Fleeing an upscale Philadelphia life that was built on lies, Shelby returns with her young daughter to her Tennessee hometown to rebuild. There she finds support, a new romance with contractor Griff Lott, and a renewed sense of self—until her late husband’s criminal past follows her home, threatening everything she’s begun to reclaim.
Setting: Present-day United States; an exclusive Philadelphia suburb and the small mountain town of Rendezvous Ridge, Tennessee (Smoky Mountains)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Liar right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for The Liar. The reading level is AR 5.2, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include Deception and identity, Reinvention and second chances, Family and community support.
How long does it take to read The Liar?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, The Liar takes around 17h to finish. The book has 165,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does The Liar have an AR quiz?
Yes — The Liar has an AR quiz available, worth 24 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is The Liar?
The Liar has an AR reading level of 5.2, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.