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“Rule One: Tell a Lie”

Prologue-Chapter 7

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Chapters 8-14

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“Rule Two: Stick to Your Story”

Chapters 15-22

The Lying Game Chapters 15-22 Summary & Analysis

“Rule Three: Don’t Get Caught”

Chapters 23-32

The Lying Game Chapters 23-32 Summary & Analysis

Chapters 33-41

The Lying Game Chapters 33-41 Summary & Analysis

“Rule Four: Never Lie to Each Other”

Chapters 42-50

The Lying Game Chapters 42-50 Summary & Analysis

Chapters 51-60

The Lying Game Chapters 51-60 Summary & Analysis

“Rule Five: Know When to Stop Lying”

Chapters 61-67

The Lying Game Chapters 61-67 Summary & Analysis

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Symbols & Motifs

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Important Quotes

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