Liars is a searing exploration of life as a wife, a mother, and an artist, delving into how marriage can often be a facade. Sarah Manguso crafts a narrative that is as much about self-discovery as it is about the disintegration of a relationship.

Jane, an aspiring writer with dreams of a fulfilling creative life, falls in love with John Bridges, a filmmaker. Their mutual desires for love, success, and happiness lead them down the aisle. Jane believes she has captured all she ever wanted, including the joys and challenges of motherhood that follow.

However, as Jane's own career begins to flourish, she finds herself overshadowed by John's ambitions and ego, becoming more of a supporting role in his life rather than an equal partner. The strain on their marriage becomes palpable as Jane struggles to maintain the delicate balance of family life.

Their story reaches a boiling point when John decides to leave, setting Jane on a transformative journey. Liars is a poignant tale that weaves together wit and anger, portraying the intense collapse of a marriage and the indomitable rise of a woman from the ruins.