Women are really no better or worse than men in this regard, but they ARE better at it. Just as they're better at communication in general, they're better at deception and manipulation as well. Sucks. Our advantage is we can beat them up better (usually!) but it's not socially acceptable and might earn a prison stint. So, in modern society the deck is a little stacked against us.
Women are also on a WIDE spectrum of openness and honesty. Some can't stop with the lies (one of the ones I spied on, e.g., even after multiple exposures and confrontations) while others genuinely want to be as up front as possible. I wouldn't say I've found any 100% honest chicks, but very close. You just gotta look for it right from the get-go and let them know you won't tolerate bullshit.
I guess I'm saying don't give up just because most of them suck.