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yzvt's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Infidelity, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic relationship
evelynnnn33333's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Alcoholism, Cursing, Drug use, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Death, Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
Minor: Chronic illness, Rape, Blood, Vomit, Car accident, Fire/Fire injury, and Sexual harassment
paulin4m's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Death, Drug use, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Moderate: Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Car accident
adiloretto's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
“Kit pensó que ser demasiado autosuficiente era un poco cruel para las personas que te quieren. Les robas la oportunidad de saber lo bien que se siente dar a los demás, les impides descubrir su valor.”
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug use, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Cursing, Violence, Car accident, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Medical content, Abortion, and Pregnancy
aude's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Graphic: Alcoholism, Drug use, Infidelity, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, and Fire/Fire injury
Minor: Violence, Blood, and Vomit
mockingjayx16's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexual content, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Drug use, Misogyny, and Abandonment
Minor: Infidelity, Police brutality, and Pregnancy
mybestfriendsarefictional's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Moderate: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, Drug use, Infidelity, Violence, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, and Alcohol
the_clueless_tourist's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Alcoholism, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, and Abandonment
Moderate: Suicide and Pregnancy
Minor: Drug use, Misogyny, Police brutality, and Alcohol
booklover129's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
Graphic: Alcoholism, Grief, Death of parent, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Drug use
Minor: Miscarriage, Vomit, and Abortion
spellbindingtomes's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐒𝐲𝐧𝐨𝐩𝐬𝐢𝐬:
Malibu Rising focuses on the four famous Riva siblings as they throw their annual end-of-summer party in Malibu in 1983. Over 24 hours, each sibling faces personal challenges and secrets that will change their lives forever.
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This was such a compelling exploration of family dynamics, fame, and the choices we make about our past and future all set against the backdrop of 1980s Malibu. The story spans just 24 hours weaving together the past and present slowly unveiling the Riva family's complex history.
TJR is an expert in developing strong family bonds in her stories. Malibu Rising really shows how family can be the greatest source of your love and happiness, but at the same time can be the cause of so much heartbreak and pain. I got attached to each of the Riva siblings as we see them grapple with their own demons throughout the day.
I was very impressed by how TJR managed to make a single night feel both expansive and intimate. The party scenes were both chaotically fun and entertaining. I could definitely picture this being a movie!
The audiobook, narrated by Julia Whelan, enhances the story tenfold and I highly recommend giving it a listen.
Malibu Rising is a thought-provoking and engaging read that delves into themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complex nature of familial bonds. A definite must-read for the last few days of summer that packs an emotional punch.
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Cursing, Death, Drug use, Infidelity, Sexism, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Toxic relationship, Police brutality, Grief, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Fire/Fire injury, Abandonment, Alcohol, and Sexual harassment