From The Sunday Times bestselling author of The International Phenomenon Idiots. Studies suggest two people who have never met before will tell three lies within the first five minutes. Astounding. But why? Why do we choose to lie even when we know it's wrong? To protect the people we love? To paint ourselves in a better light? To win short-lived praise? Or, are there simply far more obscure reasons behind why we lie? In liars, international bestselling author and behavioural expert Thomas Erikson unpacks the psychological reasons behind why we lie, and reveals the impact lying has on our relationships. With the help of the behavioural model made famous in idiots, discover how to detect the liars in your life and shatter their deception for good! About Author: Thomas Erikson is a motivator, author and public speaker. His book Surrounded by Idiots is one of the world’s best-selling non-fiction books and has been translated into over 40 languages. ******* Benefits of Reading Surrounded by Liars: 1. Helps You Detect Manipulative Behavior The book equips you with tools to recognize red flags—whether it’s lies, half-truths, or psychological manipulation—so you can protect yourself more effectively. 2. Improves Emotional Intelligence By learning how different personalities lie or distort the truth, you become better at reading people, managing reactions, and staying emotionally grounded. 3. Teaches You to Set Healthy Boundaries You’ll gain strategies for how to respond (not react) to dishonesty, helping you maintain confidence and calm when dealing with difficult or toxic individuals.