Unpopular opinion coming right up🙈!
Liane Moriarty generally writes with such ease that one can’t help but get lured in to her novels. Unfortunately, I must admit that this one just didn't quite hit the mark for me. Unfortunately, I felt that it lacked originality, was fairly predictable, and barely piqued my curiosity because the characterization was somewhat weak. I’ve read books of hers in the past, and know she has a true gift. However, this story didnt seem representative of her ability to consistently write a smart novel.
The constant repetition of “before the barbecue” and “after the barbecue” was frustrating and served little purpose for me, as I had already gleaned the outcome. I never felt fondness for any of the characters, and the novel became somewhat of a chore to read at times. However, I did read it in a relatively short amount of time, so it was compelling. Also, there were some redeeming parts in this novel; such as the glimpses of Moriarty’s humor and insight.
Read 7/17/16
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