I struggled to get through the book, and the TV adaptation carries the same slow, drawn-out pace.

Glossy and atmospheric, We Were Liars follows the Sinclairs’ secret-filled island summers as Cadence tries to piece together her lost memories. It aims for something haunting and emotional, but the pacing drags, making it feel more like a chore than a binge—just okay overall.

Hang in there, the finale is easily the strongest part.