When Reverend Sunderly, a well-known scientist, is mysteriously found dead, his bright and curious daughter, Faith, instinctively knows he was murdered. Set in 19th-century Britain, Faith’s inquisitive nature and knack for uncovering secrets leads her to discovering her father’s final research project: a small fantastical tree that feeds on lies and bears fruit that tells the truth.
In The Lie Tree, magic and science come together in dark and twisty ways as Faith navigates her father’s endless secrets, determined to find his killer. Enlighten your students on timely themes such as feminism, science, and the often perilous journey to knowledge with Frances Hardinge’s award-winning novel. We recommend The Lie Tree for 7th graders and up.