We Were Liars Cast and Author E. Lockhart Tease TV Show vs Book Differences

“The twist is the same,” Lockhart confirmed. “I can’t wait for fans to see this.”

That said, the adaptation does take some creative liberties. The biggest way is in fleshing out the roles of sisters Carrie, Penny, and Bess, the mothers of three of the titular Liars, who are side characters in the novel. 

“Each of them has their own storyline,” Lockhart teased, alluding to the elements from her, Family of Liars, added to the script. “All kinds of sisterly conflict and drama going on.” 

And Candice King, who plays Bess, gave a glimpse at what’s to come from aspects not borrowed from We Were Liars. “Bess’ motivation comes from this belief that if she can just curate her life perfectly on the outside, then she’ll find peace and joy on the inside,” The Vampire Diaries alum noted. “We really start to see Bess unravel and begin to question the way she’s been operating.” 

As for the Liars? Well, they are busy navigating their increasingly complicated position within the affluent Sinclair family.