julia223's review against another edition
dark
sad
tense
medium-paced
- 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
5.0
coleerexx's review against another edition
challenging
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Loved this! It took a while for me to get into it because there are soooo many characters, but once I did I was hooked. I thought Moriarty did a great job handling sensitive subjects and complex feelings, and while I suspected something similar to the incident, I was still very surprised. I really want to watch the HBO show now because of the cat!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse
Minor: Bullying, Rape, Trafficking, and Body shaming
nglofile's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars. Darker than expected. Not that there weren't moments of lightness, and the characters (and caricatures) on display could always be counted on for satirical bite, but we spent more time in bleak circumstances than I had anticipated. Don't get me wrong: not only do I not mind plumbing the depths, I often seek it out. This was just one of those crisscrossing narratives that seemed to amass issues (with a capital "I") a-plenty. If we weren't able to recognize so many qualities in those we've encountered in real life, we might say it was overly contrived. As it is...
audiobook note: I refuse to ever experience a Liane Moriarty book except in audio as recorded by the magical Caroline Lee. Frankly, when I was struggling with some of the thematic turns, it was only the fact that I trusted her to bring me through with laughter, tension, tears, and warmth that kept me going. Her expert narration is the reason I'm rounding up rather than down, and she is an impeccable match for Moriarty's writing and frame.
audiobook note: I refuse to ever experience a Liane Moriarty book except in audio as recorded by the magical Caroline Lee. Frankly, when I was struggling with some of the thematic turns, it was only the fact that I trusted her to bring me through with laughter, tension, tears, and warmth that kept me going. Her expert narration is the reason I'm rounding up rather than down, and she is an impeccable match for Moriarty's writing and frame.
cgrayson's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
shebraska's review against another edition
mysterious
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
dacejav's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- 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
catsandmetaphors's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
vakardien's review against another edition
4.0
it kā šķietami nevainīgs mājsaimnieču romāniņš, taču ik pa brīdim starp tenkām, intrigām un noslēpumiem parādās šķietami neparedzēti un negaidīti pavērsieni.
patīkami pārsteidza. patika, jā.
vairāk šeit - http://naktsskapitis.blogspot.com/2016/01/laiena-moriartija-lielie-mazie-meli.html
patīkami pārsteidza. patika, jā.
vairāk šeit - http://naktsskapitis.blogspot.com/2016/01/laiena-moriartija-lielie-mazie-meli.html
pghreader's review against another edition
5.0
I discovered Liane Moriarty almost one year ago.
I typically enjoy historical fiction and non-fiction books above all others, but this author has the formula necessary to keep me reading her books.
I listened to the audiobook, which can make a difference in the reading. This book contains enough plot twists, character development and humor to make it a fun and entertaining experience. It is a book that I could see myself enjoying on the beach, or anywhere that I had the time to read it straight through.
I recommend anything by Moriarty, but I think that this book is my favorite so far!
I typically enjoy historical fiction and non-fiction books above all others, but this author has the formula necessary to keep me reading her books.
I listened to the audiobook, which can make a difference in the reading. This book contains enough plot twists, character development and humor to make it a fun and entertaining experience. It is a book that I could see myself enjoying on the beach, or anywhere that I had the time to read it straight through.
I recommend anything by Moriarty, but I think that this book is my favorite so far!