Newmag Summerfest 2025 to Launch Final Book in Karen McManus’ Trilogy, “One of Us Is Back” (Trailer)
06/07/2025
In 2017, Karen McManus released the first book in her now-iconic YA thriller trilogy, “One of Us Is Lying”. The novel became an international bestseller and launched a gripping series that captivated readers around the world.
Following “One of Us Is Lying” and “One of Us Is Next”, it’s now time to welcome the highly anticipated final volume: “One of Us Is Back.”
The third and final game is the most dangerous yet, because secrets don’t stay buried forever, and Bayview has plenty to hide. As explosive revelations surface, the story explores the cycle of truth, loyalty, and violence in a seemingly ordinary high school town.
Two years have passed since Simon’s death, the event that shook Bayview High and left its students reeling. The town has tried to return to normal, but the past isn’t done with them yet. As new mysteries emerge, it becomes clear: the story isn’t over.
Karen McManus has earned global acclaim for her fast-paced thrillers, particularly among young readers. Every one of her books has become an international bestseller.
It all started with “One of Us Is Lying”, which spent over 150 weeks on The New York Times bestseller list and was later adapted into a television series by Peacock TV.
Throughout the trilogy, McManus captures the lives of modern teenagers with nuance, weaving in contemporary issues like cyberbullying, online identity, and social pressure. Her signature blend of sharp dialogue, tight plotting, and unpredictable twists keeps readers turning pages.
“One of Us Is Back” is no exception. Suspenseful and emotionally charged, the final installment features returning characters, high stakes, and the kind of gripping tension that defines McManus’ work. With every twist and revelation, the plot thickens, and nothing is quite what it seems.
According to The Bookseller, McManus is “a true master of plot and intrigue.” Critics agree the trilogy brings a fresh voice to the modern detective genre, fast, smart, and full of heart.
The Armenian edition of the trilogy was translated by Astghik Atabekyan. General partner: Voskan Yerevantsi Printing-Publishing House.
Presentation: June 21, 20:00, Yeraz Park, at Newmag Summerfest 2025.
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The global phenomenon returns with the third book in the One of Us Is Lying series, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen M. McManus. When someone from the Bayview Four’s past resurfaces, history begins to repeat itself—and the consequences are deadly.
The third time’s a charm.
It’s been almost two years since Simon died in detention, and the aftermath has been hard to shake. First the Bayview Four had to prove they weren’t killers. Then a new generation outwitted a vengeful copycat. Now the entire Bayview Crew is back home for the summer, and everyone is trying to move on.
Only, this is Bayview, and life is never that simple.
At first the mysterious billboard seems like a bad joke: Time for a new game, Bayview. But when a member of the Bayview Crew disappears, it’s clear this “game” is serious—and whoever’s in charge isn’t sharing the rules. Or maybe there aren’t any.
Bronwyn. Cooper. Addy. Nate. Maeve. Phoebe. Knox. Luis. Kris. Everyone’s a target. And now that someone unexpected has returned to Bayview, things could start getting deadly.
The thing is, Simon was right about secrets—they all come out eventually. And Bayview has a lot it’s still hiding.
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