Reviews

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

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.

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

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

nidiamacedo's review against another edition

4.0

4.25⭐

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

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!

katreadsalot's review against another edition

5.0

This book was so very good. This is the definition of unputdownable. I loved the characters, and the mystery aspect of it kept me reading, it was like the pages were burning in my hands. The ending was perfect.

mpoldson's review against another edition

challenging dark emotional mysterious reflective tense fast-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? Yes

4.0