62 pages • 2 hours read
Sara ShepardPretty Little Liars
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard follows four former friends—Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hanna—three years after their leader, Alison, goes missing. The girls, set in the town of Rosewood, Pennsylvania, are haunted by secrets "A" threatens to expose, including dangerous actions and romantic entanglements. They are forced to confront their past when Alison's body is discovered and they realize "A" is still watching. The book includes references to bullying, eating disorders, and substance misuse.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Sara Shepard's Pretty Little Liars captivates with its blend of mystery and teen drama, set in a seemingly perfect town hiding dark secrets. Readers praise its suspense and engaging plot twists, though some critique its predictability and stereotypical characters. Ideal for fans of high school intrigue, but might lack depth for others.
Who Should Read Pretty Little Liars?
A reader who would enjoy Pretty Little Liars by Sara Shepard is typically a fan of suspenseful young adult fiction with a strong focus on mystery, drama, and complex friendships. This audience often appreciates the intrigue found in series like Gossip Girl by Cecily von Ziegesar or The Lying Game by Sara Shepard.