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The husband’s secret – a Book Club review
The husband’s secret by Liane Moriarty
Abstract
The story of a woman who finds a letter from her husband. It says: For my wife, Cecilia Fitzpatrick. To be opened only in the event of my death. Her husband is very much alive. Should she open it? Would YOU open it?
Comments
A very readable book – it includes all the ingredients of a good story; a believable plot, characters that are well developed and writing that pulls the reader in from the first page. The book focuses on strong female characters who had dealt or were dealing with tragedy in their lives. The story lines made us contemplate -what if?
This is the second book we have reviewed by Lianne Moriarty. She writes every day, suburban Australia really well.
Rating – 8/10 Read by – Cultcha Club Book Club
We are all completely beside ourselves – a review
We are all completely beside ourselves – Karen Joy Fowler
Summary
Rosemary’s young, just at college, and she’s decided not to tell anyone a thing about her family. So we’re not going to tell you too much either: you’ll have to find out for yourselves what it is that makes her unhappy family unlike any other. Rosemary is now an only child, but she used to have a sister the same age as her, and an older brother. Both are now gone – vanished from her life… There’s something unique about Rosemary’s sister, Fern. So now she’s telling her story; a looping narrative that begins towards the end, and then goes back to the beginning. Twice…
Comments
Intriguing, excellent read. Gripping and intelligent. Could not put down. Book started in the middle, father scientist. Children not allowed to play outside so data was not contaminated. Challenges to self values in humans, humans become detached. Thought provoking, great quotes and an enjoyable read.
Read by – Second Tuesday Evening Book Group
Missing you – a review
Missing you – Kylie Kaden
Summary
A tantalising love story and a seductive suspense novel: ‘Our lives were built around the strength of a kiss between strangers. Yet seven years on, look where it led us …’ When Aisha met Ryan she fell hard for his good looks and easy charm. Why worry that he didn’t want children or a 9 to 5 job? Nothing and no one would come between them. But with the birth of their high-needs son, Eli, their extraordinary love is shackled into an ordinary life, their passion blunted by responsibility. Until Ryan can’t take it anymore. Then, following a mysterious phone call late one night, Aisha leaves four-year-old Eli in the care of her elderly father Patrick – and doesn’t come back…
Comments
A love story mixed with suspense. When Aisha met Ryan she fell hard for good looks and easy charm. Why worry that he didn’t want children, or that Aisha didn’t want to marry. Nothing or no one would come between them. Fast forward a year, not only are they married, but they have a son with high needs, they feel stifled by responsibilities. Add in a grandfather, a twin brother, an ex-roommate and an ex-boyfriend, and this makes for a well written easy to read story. A real page turner with each chapter leaving you wanting to know what happens next.
This book received mixed reviews from within our group. Those who did enjoy the book finished it within days of starting it. This would be a great easy read over the holiday break.
Rating – 6/10 Read by – Cultcha Club Book Club
2015 Summer Bookmarks are here!
Looking for some reading inspiration for Summer? Why not check out one of our latest bookmarks here or pick one up at any Parramatta Library Branch. What’s your favourite? Crime/Thriller; Australian Authors; Steampunk; Horror; Historical fiction; Scandinavian Crime; Books to Screen; Fantasy; Science Fiction; or Romance.