From the moment I started reading I was drawn right in. That was a big plus right there! The Night We Lost Him is different from The Last Thing He Told Me. The book is incredibly well written, and the characters personalities are brought to life. Nora's father died, fell from a cliff at his ocean view home that he has owned since he was a young man. Nora's half brother Sam, who she is not close with, comes to her because he does not believe their father fell by accident and enlists her (reluctant) help to find out what really happened.

Told in two timelines: present day from the perspective of Nora, and in the past from the perspective of her father. It kept me guessing right until the end.

While I enjoyed this book and it kept me reading, I don't think it will stick with me long term. If you are looking for a good, quick, easy read I recommend this.

Thank you NetGalley and Simon Element for a copy in exchange for my honest review.

I really liked this one. Dave's previous book - The Last Thing He Told Me - was my first experience with her as an author, and I loved it, and was expecting great things in the follow up book. I was not disappointed. Dave does a really fabulous job capturing the difficulties of families and relationships, presenting them - warts and all - with an unflinching eye that isn't condescending or patronizing but simply showcases how people struggle to be themselves with others. The underlying mystery here - was he pushed or did he fall - permeates the novel, but the overarching story about who, exactly, Liam Noone was - to his children, his wives, his business partners, his great love, himself - was, for me, the more fascinating element of the tale. This was a great read and I'm already looking forward to Dave's next book!

I'm a little mixed because this was the first thriller l've been able to guess everything - like everything. However, I still liked the story! I liked the characters, especially Sam and Nora and how their relationship developed - I'm used to reading romantic relationships that change and develop in a story but I loved seeing these siblings change.
Of course, I'm always highly moved by the loss of a parent/ grief storyline and a few of the quotes were so so valid. Your mindset changes after that loss and being able to see others relate is sad but helpful.
I'm just a Laura Dave fan, so I'm gonna recommend you read this when it comes out in September!

I enjoyed getting to know the characters. I even love Liam, who at times is awful. The relationship between the half siblings that Liam leaves behind grew into something beautiful during the novel.

This was such a great mystery book with a twist I didn’t expect. I loved the main character and her journey through understanding her father’s death. I also really enjoyed the ending and how it wrapped everything up well.

This book read slower than I wanted but I’m glad I remained steadfast through to the end. While not a page turner the woven storylines between the characters and the mysterious “woman” whose identity is only revealed near the end kept me engaged. A solid mystery/family drama but not a thriller. Laura Dave as an author has the ability to vividly bring you to the scenes. I can picture the details in my head down to the wallpaper and the referenced cliff side. A solid read if you go in expecting a drama without thrill.

Thank you Simon & Schuster, NetGalley, and the author for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

Propulsive and a super quick read.
I started this poolside and was absolutely riveted. The story immediately drew me in and I did not predict the twist. And now I really want a strawberry soffrito pie.

I thought this book was a great mystery and kept me wondering throughout! The ending surprised me, and I loved the dynamic between Nora and Sam. The only issue I had was that it was slow at some points, which made me loose interest for a short period of time, but other than that I loved it!

Laura Dave's "The Night We Lost Him" delivers a compelling blend of epic love story and gripping mystery, earning it a solid four-star rating. The narrative begins with the suspicious death of Liam Noone, a hotel magnate with a complex and secretive past. Dave's skillful storytelling shines as she intricately weaves the perspectives of Liam's children, Nora and Sam, who must confront their strained relationship to uncover the truth about their father's demise. The novel's rich character development and emotional depth are captivating, making it hard to put down as secrets unfold and family bonds are tested.

Dave masterfully balances suspense and drama, drawing readers into the enigmatic life of Liam Noone, whose multifaceted persona is revealed through the investigation. The California cliffside setting adds a haunting beauty to the story, while the unexpected twists keep the tension high. Although the resolution is heartbreakingly poignant, it feels earned and ties together the complex threads of love, betrayal, and redemption. "The Night We Lost Him" is a testament to Dave's talent for creating stories that are both thrilling and deeply human, leaving readers both satisfied and moved.

I absolutely loved this new book from Laura Dave! I thought I had the mystery figured out several times and each time I was wrong. Laura Dave kept me guessing until the very end! This book was just as good if not better than her last book. I was truly invested in her characters, I couldn’t put this book down.
A great summer read don’t hesitate to purchase this book you won’t be disappointed.

I was excited for this book after reading The Last thing He Told Me, and while the pattern was similar, the excitement of what next, just wasn't there. Also, I did not care for Nora, she was just too stand-offish for no apparent reason. The story lacked depth and while there was a little surprise moment, the mystery itself had a pretty obvious answer.

I enjoyed this book from the beginning! The mystery aspect of the book was fun, and I enjoyed the love stories that played along with it. I have seen mixed reviews about the ending, but I really liked it!! My only complaint is that the middle of the book got a little slow.

I truly enjoyed reading this book – it wasn’t as thrillery and mysterious as I would have liked it. It was a great story that kept you guessing. Thank you Net Galley for the advance read. The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave.#LauraDave #NetGalley

3.5 stars, would be 4 if not for the ending. The book hooked me at the beginning, especially the relationship between the siblings. It slightly reminded me of Succession. I started losing interest about half way through the web of characters. Am I the only one who thought Cory and CeeCee were the same person?

First off thanks to netgalley for providing me an ARC!
Nora and Sam team up to try to figure out what happened to their father after he dies from a fall off a cliff near one of his homes. They're step siblings and the story is primarily from Nora's POV. She is Liam's first born from his first marriage. Sam is from his second marriage. Liam has been married MANY times lol.
The police called the investigation closed too quickly, Sam knew his father wouldn't fall from that cliff as he knew the property too well. So he enlisted Nora's help. They travel to the property, and confirm that him falling is fishy.
Howevet, the family is quite complicated and Nora starts to unravel information about her dad, while the reader is getting to read about the past as well. The book switches POVs and timelines.
The climax and ending was a litttleee flat though..
Overall, it was okay. I didn't really connect with any of the characters so I didn't have any feelings about how it ended. It's an easy-read mystery book

This one was definitely an anticipated read for me. I loved The Last Thing He Told Me. This book unravels a lot of deep and secret family histories. It’s so well written, it kept me guessing until the very end. Everything ended so well and I loved how it all turned out.

This book was just okay with it probably falling more along the lines of two and a half stars. I don’t feel my time was wasted necessarily, but I can’t really recommend it to my librarian community. I knew going in that it chronicled a decades-long affair, so that’s not the issue…just overall too much of a stretch. I do appreciate receiving the ARC of this book which was courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher.

Heartbreaking story that develops what’s behind Liam’s death, there is a lot family secrets that evolve during the story. Ive previously read books from this author and I really enjoy them, although this one isn’t my favorite I really liked it . It’s a quick easy read with lots of mixed emotions.

I’m an avid fan of true crime and mystery. This is the second book I’ve read from this author and it did not disappoint. I keep guessing and getting it wrong, but I liked it!

Laura Dave is a talented author and I usually devour her books in one or two sittings. "The Night We Lost Him" has a slower pace than some of Dave's previous works, but I enjoyed it and it resonated more than I thought it would when I was in the first few chapters. The ending feels like a juxtaposition to the life her father chose even though the temptations were the same and I appreciate that. While not my favorite work from this author, it's a beautiful novel and I will always reach for a new Laura Dave book.