Review by chaptersofchase - Fun for the Whole Family

A review by chaptersofchase
Fun for the Whole Family by Jennifer E. Smith

adventurous emotional funny lighthearted reflective fast-paced

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

5.0

What a pleasant surprise! 🤩

Thank you, Random House & PRH Audio, for the gifted copy of Fun for the Whole Family {partner}

Genre: Fiction

Format: 🎧📖

Pub Date: 4.8.2025

Pages: 368

Star Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

I started this one on a whim — the cover caught my eye, and I was in the mood for something family-focused… wow, did this story deliver?

What I found was a book packed with heart, love, and layers. You know those books where you tell yourself, "Just one more chapter," and suddenly it's 2 a.m.? Yeah, that kind.

The story weaves through a non-linear timeline, bouncing from state to state, past to present — but every road trip memory ties beautifully into the siblings' current journey. As a reader, you're let into their inner worlds, and you know one of them is carrying three secrets.

It wasn't until I was about 60% that the third secret hit me… and hit hard. It was the kind of quiet emotional reveal that lingers. This character had been holding so much for so long, and when that weight started to show, I truly felt it.

Audiobook Review: ☆☆☆☆☆

I hit play on Fun for the Whole Family without realizing it was narrated by none other than my fave: Lauren Graham. As someone who rewatches Gilmore Girls to relax (basically daily at this point 😅), I didn't even need to ease into the listening speed. I just jumped right in and let Lauren work her magic — and, of course, she nailed it. She brought so much warmth and charm to the narration, and honestly? I can't imagine anyone else telling this story.

Read if you enjoy:

🚗 Road Trips

📖 Character Driven Books

😆 Witty Humor

🎭 Family Drama

If you're craving a family-centered story with emotional depth and beautifully written relationships, this one's worth the journey.

A review by chaptersofchase Fun for the Whole Family by Jennifer E. Smith

A review by chaptersofchase
Fun for the Whole Family by Jennifer E. Smith