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‘Big Little Lies’ Sequel Book Teases Storyline for HBO Series’ Season 3: What’s Going on With Madeline, Celeste and Jane in ‘Big Little Truths’

The author of 'Big Little Lies' has written a sequel, 'Big Little Truths', which will shape the third season of the HBO series.

By · Published August 29, 2026 at 20:03 UTC · Updated August 29, 2026 at 20:03 UTC

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The author of 'Big Little Lies', Liane Moriarty, has written a sequel titled 'Big Little Truths'. The new book returns to the setting of Pirriwee Peninsula twelve years after the events of the original story. The book's release has sparked anticipation for the third season of the HBO series, as it will influence the storyline.

The book has been selected as Reese's Book Club pick for September. The Hollywood Reporter notes that Moriarty broke her own rule of not writing sequels to create 'Big Little Truths'. The book's storyline teases the future of key characters Madeline, Celeste, and Jane, and reveals a dark secret that will define the third season of the HBO series.

Variety has published details about the book's storyline. TheSkimm has covered Moriarty's personal preferences, noting the book she would save in a fire. IMDb has revealed a dark secret from the book that will shape the third season of the HBO series.

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Questions people are asking

What is the title of the sequel to 'Big Little Lies'?

'Big Little Truths'

Who is the author of 'Big Little Lies' and its sequel?

Liane Moriarty

What is the setting of 'Big Little Truths'?

Pirriwee Peninsula, twelve years after the events of 'Big Little Lies'

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Big Little Lies Big Little Truths Liane Moriarty HBO Reese's Book Club

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