How Does the Final Pretty Little Liars Book End?

For fans of the Pretty Little Liars series, the final book brings a thrilling and emotionally satisfying conclusion to the complex story that captivated audiences for years. The final book, titled Always, wraps up the narrative with several significant revelations and resolutions for the main characters.

The Climax: Unveiling the Identity of A.D.

One of the most shocking and impactful revelations in the final book is the identity of A.D., the mysterious figure who has been orchestrating events from the shadows. It is revealed that A.D. is none other than Alex Drake, Spencer Hastings' identical twin. Alex has been manipulating the Liars for her own revenge against them, a thread that weaves throughout the series.

The climax of the final book features a dramatic confrontation between the remaining Liars, who have been working together to uncover the truth and fight back against Alex's plans. This meeting serves as a powerful moment of catharsis, as the Liars finally come together despite their personal challenges.

Closure for the Main Characters

The ending of the series is a bittersweet one, offering readers closure while also acknowledging the emotional tightrope the characters have been walking through the series. Each of the main characters finds a semblance of peace and happiness:

Aria: Sets her sights on marrying Ezra and solidifies their relationship. Hanna: Is happily settled with Caleb, planning their bright future. Emily: Finds inner peace and reconnects with her relationships. Spencer: Addresses the fallout from her twin's actions but ultimately reaffirms her bond with friends and embraces her life with Wren.

These resolutions emphasize the strength of the bond between the Liars as they navigate their futures, free from the shadows of their past.

Backstory and Key Events

To fully understand the resolution of the series, it's important to revisit some key backstory details. Alison, the original A, consistently targeted the Liars throughout the series. However, it was initially believed that Alison's twin, Courtney, had framed her. A year before the start of seventh grade, Alison discovers Courtney is the real Alison and Jennifer Martin, their mother, either sends or pressures Alison into an asylum. Alison leaves and returns three years later to target the Liars once more.

Throughout the series, A is exposed as Mona Vanderwaal, who ultimately dies. Alison is assumed to be dead when she orchestrates a fire in her home, but in reality, she survives, hiding her true identity for years. The final book sees Alison successfully manipulating the world to believe the Liars are her kidnappers, and her lies and manipulations take a heavy toll on the Liars.

As the Liars are arrested and released on bail, the final book reveals the truth, leading to a climactic confrontation and resolution. With Emily's clues and the help of the authorities, Alison is finally arrested and brought to justice.

A Happy Ending for the Liars

After the final confrontation and resolution, the series ends on a note of friendship and resilience. The Liars find themselves free to move forward, and life begins to return to a semblance of normalcy. Aria and Noel settle in Manhattan, while Hanna and Mike start a life together. Spencer reconnects with Wren, and Melissa finds peace. Emily, having faced immense personal challenges, makes a heroic entrance to explain everything and bring Alison to justice.

The final book of Pretty Little Liars is a testament to the strength and resilience of the main characters, and the enduring bond they share. Fans of the series will find satisfaction in the resolution, while the story's depth and complexity will continue to captivate readers long after the final page is turned.