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E. Lockhart

E. Lockhart

E. Lockhart, the pen name of Emily Jenkins, is an acclaimed American author known for her captivating young adult novels. She gained widespread recognition with her bestselling book "We Were Liars," which won numerous awards. Lockhart's work often explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and psychological intrigue. With a Ph.D. in English literature, she brings depth and insight to her storytelling, captivating readers with her engaging narratives and memorable characters.

Quotes

She is a good student, and she is a liar.

E. Lockhart

deceptionidentity

The truth is messy. It's raw and uncomfortable. You can't blame people for preferring lies.

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truthlies

Sometimes a secret needs to be kept. Sometimes it's better for everyone if you don't say a word.

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secretssilence

People can be strange and surprising and messed up, but they aren't all bad.

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human naturejudgment

It's amazing what you can convince yourself of if you try hard enough.

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self-deception

The problem with lies is that they don't often sound like lies.

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liesdeception

The thing about lies is, once you start, it's hard to stop.

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liesdeception

She is a chameleon, adapting to her surroundings, becoming who she needs to be.

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adaptabilityidentity

Sometimes we have to do things we don't want to do in order to survive.

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survivalsacrifice

The truth is what you make of it. You can choose to see things one way or another.

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perceptiontruth

Life is a game, and she knows how to play it.

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lifestrategy

The line between right and wrong is often blurred. It's easy to get lost.

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moralitygray area