"A clever, entertaining and engaging book. Vermond asks the right kinds of questions, and it's clear that she wants her readers to seriously consider some very complex social issues." -- Canadian Children's Book News "Vermond's new book about lying is really good. Despite the glum subject, the book ends on a positive note about how trust and honesty build better, happier communities. Recommended." -- Canadian Review of Materials "Pithy and engaging. Interesting sidebars, a thoughtfully compiled index and bibliography round out the illuminating, fascinating text." -- Quill & Quire "Explores complex issues.

a great conversation starter." -- The National Reading Campaign ""[Lying is] central to human nature," writes Vermond in this intuitively clear survey of the good, bad, and ugly manifestations of lying." -- Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW "An excellent, well-written, and comprehensive purchase for school and public libraries." -- School Library Journal "Rich with evidence, explanation, and food for thought, this well-documented approach to an issue not often covered in depth for this age group will be enjoyed for curiosity's sake as well as a resource for study." -- Booklist.