Another book about a rich dysfunctional family. I I was hoping for more from this very hyped book.

Pineapple Street by jenny jackson is a novel about the Stockton family, an old money family from the fruit street section of New York. Colt, the adult son, and his new wife Sasha, have recently moved into the family's Pineapple Street House, but it is almost as if his parents never left. Sasha struggles to fit in with her inlaws and also feels stifled by the museum-like state of the house; full of heirlooms, and also crap. Eldest sister, Darley, is regretting some of her life choices, especially leaving work to become a mom, and when her husband's job is in trouble, she also starts to wonder if giving up her rights to her trust fund was a smart decision... Youngest sister, Georgiana, is 26 and just starting to figure life out. When an intense love affair is brought to an unexpected and tumultuous end, she can't figure out how to cope without letting everyone in on the secret she has been keeping for too long.

The story about a mostly-functional but slightly chaotic family and their need to maintain social status, while also figuring out that what is most important in life usually has nothing to do with money, has lots of funny and bizarre moments, with some feelings and lessons sprinkled in. It was a lot of fun to read and one I would definitely recommend!

Thanks to netgalley and penguincanada for giving me the chance to read and review this fun book.

Unfortunately I was unable to download this book before the archive date, so I'm not able to leave a review. I look forward to reading and reviewing books by this author in the future.

I didn't know what to expect of this book at first. It tells the story of sisters Darley and Georgiana who come from old money and their sister in law Sasha. As I did not grow up in that world, I found it hard to relate to certain parts of this book but I still enjoyed the story.

Started off okay, but was not for me. I was waiting for the excitement and it just did not land.
With such a pretty cover an description I was hopeful.

I must admit that this book was. not really for me. Characters did not feel real enough, and the plot was lacking substance. It is heavily character and description driven, but does not really arrive at any satisfying point as it seems to lack authenticity and purpose. The cover however was gorgeous and I do enjoy reading about a class I am not familiar with.

I often choose books set in New York, and this was one of those times. The Stockton family, wealthy with old money, is vividly portrayed, with each sibling, parent, and spouse presenting unique perspectives on parenthood, privilege, and wealth. The story subtly explores class issues without veering into snobbish territory. Despite their strange relationships and quirks, like Sascha’s husband rubbing his mother’s feet, the characters are fiercely loyal and engaging.

This was definitely an escapist read, making me eager to dive back into its world just 30 miles from my house. Though the book’s lesson is that money doesn’t bring happiness, it certainly made me yearn for a couple of million. With its funny moments and strong character focus, this clever debut offered an easy read and a great palette cleanser.

This book had fallen from the top of my TBR list so many times that I didn’t get a review out before it was published. I’m so sorry about that because I enjoyed reading this book. I wasn’t completely happy with the ending. It seemed to just suddenly end but everything worked out as it should.

Thanks so much for the opportunity to read this wonderful story.

Pineapple Street offers readers a compelling glimpse into the intricacies of family dynamics within the upper crust of society.
As the story unfolds, I was drawn into the complexities of their lives, while they navigated the pressures and expectations of their privileged existence.

While I found myself fully engaged in the family drama that unfolded in Pineapple Street, I couldn’t help but feel that the ending fell a bit short of my expectations.
However, despite this minor flaw, I still recommend Pineapple Street for its compelling characters, and insightful exploration of wealth and privilege.
Thankyou to author Jenny Jackson, Pamela Dirman books and Netgalley for the opportunity to read this book.
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I expected a lot less from this tale of the rich and famous. Tales like these normally leave me super annoyed that I should care about the problems of the 1%. Normally I cannot relate to any of these at all and walk away from unlikeable characters that I did not enjoy reading about. I just experienced the exact opposite.

Yes, this is still a tale of the 1% but this one percent dealt with problems that I am familiar with, problems that I can relate to. Most of the characters were likable by the end, even though they did not start off being that way. Almost everyone experienced redemption and it was just enough of that lifestyle to not leave me super annoyed or envious, but grateful to have the life that I have.

I listened to a library copy of the audio that was very well done, but I did at times follow along with the complementary copy from NetGalley, the publisher and the author. Thank you all for the opportunity to experience a story that I likely would not have purchased because of the subject matter that I normally stay away from.

Thank you NEtGalley for the ARC

Thank you Penguin Random House Canada for an Advanced Readers Copy in exchange for an honest review.

I fell behind on my reviews and decided to buy a copy of the book for my book club reading.

This book is one of those that might not be filled with action, but it compensates with an abundance of detail and information. I find this type of book appealing because it is driven by character development and analytical exploration.

The Stocktons are portrayed as an affluent family with an abundance of wealth. The narrative unfolds through the perspectives of three narrators: Darley Stockton, who is married to Malcolm; Sacha, who has married into the family and struggles to find her place within it; and Georgiana. Each woman grapples with her unique challenges throughout the book.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and was especially fond of the insights and the portrayal of human nature's absurdities. I eagerly anticipate the author's next work.

The beginning of this book was good for me but the ending fell flat. I typically love a rich people behaving badly but this one missed the mark for me.

I enjoyed this one! I wouldn’t say I loved it though. I liked the characters. I liked listening to their stories. I just felt like there wasn’t really a big climax or anything in it and I was left wanting a little more in the end.

I did love the setting of of the book! Not something I read about often.

Thanks you the publisher for the arc in exchange for a review!

This one I had to DNF because at the time, I couldn't get into the writing and the characters. And this is totally on ME because I'm more of plot-driven type of reader vs. character-driven. I will say, I read this when it was first released and would love to give it a second chance. I also LOVE the book cover!

This book really wasn't for me. I was hopeful something would happen or the character development would keep me engaged but I definitely felt like I was forcing myself to finish this the longer it went on. Unfortunately just not a book I enjoyed.

I don't understand how Pineapple Street: A Novel by Jenny Jackson made it onto any list proclaiming it as one of the best books out there. As someone who thoroughly enjoys a compelling family drama, especially when it delves into the lives of the ultra-wealthy, I was eagerly anticipating an enthralling story. However, I was left disappointed as I journeyed through the pages of this novel.

While I did manage to finish reading it, I couldn't help but feel a sense of longing for something more. I kept waiting for the plot to unfold, for exciting events to transpire, yet I was met with a lack of substantial action. The story seemed to meander aimlessly, without any clear direction or purpose. It left me yearning for a captivating twist or a climactic moment that never materialized.

Furthermore, the character development fell flat, failing to evoke a deep connection or emotional investment. The protagonist, a ridiculously affluent girl, was portrayed as a white saviour, which felt contrived and unconvincing. It seemed like a mere attempt to inject a sense of social commentary into the narrative, without adequately exploring the complexities of such a role.

While the writing style was competent, it couldn't compensate for the lacklustre storyline. The author's ability to craft engaging prose was evident, but it was not enough to salvage the overall reading experience. I found myself longing for more substance, more depth, and ultimately, more satisfaction.

Pineapple Street: A Novel fell short of my expectations. Despite my initial enthusiasm and appreciation for family dramas set among the privileged elite, this particular book failed to deliver the captivating story I had hoped for. As a reader, I craved a narrative that would keep me on the edge of my seat, but instead, I was left with a sense of unfulfilled potential.

Pineapple Street is told through the POV of three woman in the tight knit, old money Stockton family. As a story surrounding the one percenters, I wasn’t sure if I’d relate, but there were elements that resonated with me. Jenny Jackson cleverly explores and observes the characters in a funny and entertaining way.
For me, this book was more telling than showing, and an interesting look into the characters lives. I enjoyed that it wasn’t outrageous or scandal ridden, but rather a rich family with its own interpersonal issues.
Thank you Penguin Random House Canada, Viking for the copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Lost me in the first 6 pages. The writer has failed to provide me ANY reason to read the entire book. Zero interest in the goings on of the rich or wasting time waiting for anything compelling.

I did not finish this one, it was not for me, I couldn't relate to the characters, and just did not care for the story.

⭐️⭐️⭐️.5/5 rounded down

Pineapple Street, Jenny Jackson’s debut novel, alternates between Darley, Sasha, and Georgiana Stockton’s points of view. Darley and Georgiana are two of Tilda and Chip Stocktons children and Sasha is the wife of their third child and only son, Cord.

This novel centres around the 1-percenters with old wealth, living in NYC. Nothing could probably be less relatable to me. But I did find myself pleasantly surprised by the story, characters, and setting of the book.

There was a lot of character growth for many of the characters in the book, including those outside the main women.

This is an easy read with a decently lighthearted story about a family that has everything it could ever want, but still has problems of their own. I’m not sure the ultra-wealthy need more empathy from the middle class but I did feel connected to the characters - even Georgiana.

Thank you to Net Galley and Penguin Random House Canada for this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.