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3.67 AVERAGE
3.67 AVERAGE
Starting off, it was a much different book then I thought I was picking up, but lets get into it!
Apples Never Fall, the latest novel by renowned author Liane Moriarty, is an exploration of family dynamics and the complexities that lie beneath seemingly ordinary lives. While the book presents an intriguing premise and offers glimpses of the author's storytelling prowess, it falls short of fully delivering on its potential.
The story revolves around the Delaney family, whose seemingly idyllic existence is shattered when Joy Delaney mysteriously disappears. As her family tries to unravel the truth behind her disappearance, dark secrets, hidden resentments, and strained relationships come to the fore.
Moriarty, has a knack for creating multi-layered characters, and Apples Never Fall is no exception. Each member of the Delaney family is crafted with care, with their unique quirks and flaws adding depth to the narrative. From the steadfast Stan to the enigmatic Joy, their personalities are vividly depicted, drawing readers into their world.
The novel's greatest strength lies in its exploration of familial bonds and the complexities of marriage. The strained relationships and buried secrets that emerge throughout the story are relatable and offer moments of genuine emotional resonance. The author delves into the intricacies of human connections, highlighting the ways in which misunderstandings and unspoken truths can strain even the closest of relationships.
However, despite these compelling elements, the book suffers from pacing issues and an occasionally meandering plot. The narrative takes its time to unfold, with extensive flashbacks and detours that may test the patience of some readers. The story's momentum is occasionally stalled, making it difficult to maintain a consistent level of engagement throughout.
Additionally, while the characters are well-developed, some of their actions and motivations feel contrived or predictable. Certain plot twists lack the impact they should have had, and resolutions to certain conflicts come across as convenient rather than earned. These shortcomings prevent the story from fully resonating on an emotional level, leaving some aspects feeling disappointingly shallow.
On a positive note, Moriarty' writing style remains engaging and accessible. The prose flows smoothly, and the author's ability to create authentic dialogue adds authenticity to the interactions between characters. The book's themes of love, forgiveness, and the complexities of family dynamics are explored with sensitivity and thoughtfulness.
Apples Never Fall is a novel that holds promise, with its well-drawn characters and exploration of family dynamics. However, it falls short of reaching its full potential due to pacing issues and occasionally predictable plot developments. While it may not be the author's strongest work, fans of their previous novels may still find moments of enjoyment and insight within these pages.
In conclusion, Apples Never Fall presents a mixed reading experience, with glimpses of brilliance tempered by pacing issues and predictable plot elements. It serves as a reminder that even talented authors can produce works that don't quite match their best efforts. Nonetheless, it offers enough moments of emotional resonance and compelling characters to engage readers seeking a contemporary exploration of family and its complexities.
Apples Never Fall, the latest novel by renowned author Liane Moriarty, is an exploration of family dynamics and the complexities that lie beneath seemingly ordinary lives. While the book presents an intriguing premise and offers glimpses of the author's storytelling prowess, it falls short of fully delivering on its potential.
The story revolves around the Delaney family, whose seemingly idyllic existence is shattered when Joy Delaney mysteriously disappears. As her family tries to unravel the truth behind her disappearance, dark secrets, hidden resentments, and strained relationships come to the fore.
Moriarty, has a knack for creating multi-layered characters, and Apples Never Fall is no exception. Each member of the Delaney family is crafted with care, with their unique quirks and flaws adding depth to the narrative. From the steadfast Stan to the enigmatic Joy, their personalities are vividly depicted, drawing readers into their world.
The novel's greatest strength lies in its exploration of familial bonds and the complexities of marriage. The strained relationships and buried secrets that emerge throughout the story are relatable and offer moments of genuine emotional resonance. The author delves into the intricacies of human connections, highlighting the ways in which misunderstandings and unspoken truths can strain even the closest of relationships.
However, despite these compelling elements, the book suffers from pacing issues and an occasionally meandering plot. The narrative takes its time to unfold, with extensive flashbacks and detours that may test the patience of some readers. The story's momentum is occasionally stalled, making it difficult to maintain a consistent level of engagement throughout.
Additionally, while the characters are well-developed, some of their actions and motivations feel contrived or predictable. Certain plot twists lack the impact they should have had, and resolutions to certain conflicts come across as convenient rather than earned. These shortcomings prevent the story from fully resonating on an emotional level, leaving some aspects feeling disappointingly shallow.
On a positive note, Moriarty' writing style remains engaging and accessible. The prose flows smoothly, and the author's ability to create authentic dialogue adds authenticity to the interactions between characters. The book's themes of love, forgiveness, and the complexities of family dynamics are explored with sensitivity and thoughtfulness.
Apples Never Fall is a novel that holds promise, with its well-drawn characters and exploration of family dynamics. However, it falls short of reaching its full potential due to pacing issues and occasionally predictable plot developments. While it may not be the author's strongest work, fans of their previous novels may still find moments of enjoyment and insight within these pages.
In conclusion, Apples Never Fall presents a mixed reading experience, with glimpses of brilliance tempered by pacing issues and predictable plot elements. It serves as a reminder that even talented authors can produce works that don't quite match their best efforts. Nonetheless, it offers enough moments of emotional resonance and compelling characters to engage readers seeking a contemporary exploration of family and its complexities.
I'm not sure how this book got the high ratings that it did. It was such a waste of time. Liane details an enormous amount of background information on all of the characters that really isn't necessary. So much talk about tennis, food, and jobs you'd think that was what the book was supposed to be about. Considering that the book is supposed to be about their missing mother, we don't get any information about where she could have went or what is happening until halfway through the book. When we do get some interesting details, she goes into a different chapter talking about the past yet again. When we finally find out what happened to Joy, around page 420, it's so stupid. The added details about the COVID pandemic was so unnessary I wanted to throw the book. The book seemed to be long for an absolute dud of a story. If you want to sleep well at night, I suggest you read it. Otherwise, I would take it off your list.
I normally really enjoy anything I’ve read from Liane Moriarty, but this was so disappointing. I found it very boring and pointless.
At first I thought 600 pages was a lot but the story moves quick. the characters are so detailed and realistic, I think it's the best portrayal of a mother and her inner thoughts 10/10 overall
On its surface, this is a story of a missing mother from a family full of tennis talent. (Tennis plays a large role throughout, and that I loved
Great book, and once again amazing narration by Caroline Lee!
She always surprises me, and I love her way of shaping plot through the use of time and how she crafts relationship between and among characters. Might not be for everyone, but I love her work!
This author's books are always intriguing reads with a central mystery and a large cast of characters who are generally well-developed. 3.5 stars.
Waaay too much character development and not enough plot to keep me interested in the first half. The last ~100 pages or so were good but I still wasn’t incredibly enthralled in the story. Just not my type of plot I think.
I love messy, juicy, family dramas, and so really enjoyed this one. I am not a tennis player, but that didn't impact my enjoyment.