Missing for a Lie: The Shannon Matthews Story

By Iris Mystere

One of Britain's most shocking hoaxes. A missing girl. A mother's lie.

Missing for a Lie: The Shannon Matthews Story is a compelling true crime investigation into the 2008 disappearance of nine-year-old Shannon Matthews-a case that gripped the UK with its tragic premise, only to unravel into a web of deceit. When Shannon vanished after school, her disappearance sparked one of the largest missing child searches in British history. But as hope turned to horror, the truth emerged: her own mother, Karen Matthews, had orchestrated the plot in a twisted bid for reward money.

In this detailed and gripping account, Iris Mystere examines how media, community, and law enforcement were swept into a tale of betrayal, exploitation, and public manipulation. Featuring insights into the investigation, courtroom proceedings, and the long-lasting societal impact, this book exposes how a desperate lie shattered trust-and changed lives forever.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F88MXJR1
• ISBN13: 9798283299143
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 102 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"