This review is going to be shorter than the first for obvious reasons. Liar Game 2 is a continuation of the first and all the same elements of the 1st Liar Game are in play in this second installment. The premise is the same but the games are different. I liked that for Nao, the stakes are higher. She gets involved with the games for a purpose and her over the top hope for finding the truth and honesty in humanity becomes a real part of the plot. Again, the relationship between her and Akiyama further solidifies as the games go on. There is character development. Not just for the leads but other character/s as well. I actually liked the games in this one better; higher stakes, bigger losses, twistier games. All good things! If you like Liar Game than Liar Game 2 is a natural progression. Why stop at the first when you get a chance to re-enter this strange world? I highly recommend this sequel.