Absolutely loved Liane Moriarty's latest. This concept was so interesting and I could not put it down. My book club read it as well and everyone was a fan. Right or wrong, it reminded me of the TV show LOST, may be the plane factor but more likely was the mystery and other worldly feel that the novel gave me. This is one I wish I could read again without knowing the outcome!

Liane Moriarty is at her best when blending humor, human drama, and suspense, and Here One Moment delivers all three in a uniquely compelling way. The novel’s premise is irresistible—a mysterious woman on a flight predicts the deaths of fellow passengers, and when one of her prophecies comes true, the question becomes: Was it just coincidence, or is fate at play?

At the heart of the story is Allegra Patel, a flight attendant grappling with the unpredictability of life while dealing with the fallout of that fateful flight. As the novel unfolds, Moriarty weaves together multiple perspectives, creating a rich tapestry of interconnected lives. The characters are relatable, flawed, and often hilarious, and the novel balances its existential themes with Moriarty’s signature wit.

While the story is engaging, the pacing can feel uneven at times, and some plotlines meander without clear resolution. The "psychic" element is fascinating but takes a backseat to the novel’s exploration of relationships, loss, and human connection.

This was such an anticipated read for me and i just couldnt get into it. I kept pushing but just was bored by it and i wasnt ever dying to pick it up. Sadly a dnf for me although i know so many people who loved it

In classic Liane Moriarty style, Here One Moment tells us the story of a group of strangers in the same place, at the same time. This time, they are on a plane, flying from Hobart to Sydney, when one passenger gets up and starts predicting the year and cause of death of every passenger on the plane. "The Death Lady" as she is known, walks down the aisle of the plane rattling off her predictions to the old and the young, some are pleased with their fate and some...not so much. The rest of the story is told from the perspectives of Cherry aka The Death Lady, and some of the other passengers on the plane and how they navigate their lives after being told when and how they will die.

This story really explores a moral dilemma - if you knew when and how you would die - would you try to avoid your destiny? I guess that depends on if you're dying at 100 from pneumonia or at 40 from a workplace accident.

This author is so talented at telling these split narrative, character-driven stories, really examining a story from all the available perspectives. I have to admit I found Cherry to be a difficult character to like throughout most of the story (the author excels at crafting an unlikeable narrator), but she really does grow on you and by the end I was so endeared to Cherry and everything she had been through. Some of the other characters fell a bit flat for me and I found them hard to keep straight. I did also find the story took a bit too long to reach the resolution of the story and reveal the "twist".

This was not my favorite book by Liane Moriarity. I was actually surprised at how long it took to get the story going. I struggled to finish it. It lacked the depth and intrigue that most of the Moriarity's books have. The characters were likable enough but it never really grabbed me. I'm disappointed in this one.

Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty is a captivating blend of mystery, family drama, and emotional introspection. With her signature wit and keen eye for human behavior, Moriarty explores how a single moment can ripple through lives, changing everything. The story masterfully balances suspense with heartfelt storytelling, diving deep into themes of loss, regret, and the fragile ties that hold people together.

The characters are layered and relatable, their secrets slowly unraveling in ways that keep you guessing. While the pacing dips slightly in parts, Moriarty’s talent for weaving complex relationships and surprising twists shines through.

What a unique premise. A psychic, Cherry, on an airplane flight tells fellow passengers about their future. They are not sure what to think, until the 1st prediction comes true. Loved the whole idea of, if you knew when you are going to die, what would you do, what would you change.

What if you knew the age and means of your death? Would you live differently? This scenario was at the heart of this story.

While on a flight to Syndney, Cherry, who comes from a line of fortune tellers, goes into a trance and starts prophesizing all of the passengers' age of death and how each will die. The passengers are shocked and frightened, unsure if this woman is giving them an accurate prediction or just "off her rocker." After the plane has landed and people are back in their lives, they reflect back on their predicted death, unsure whether or not to succumb to fate or actively try to change it.

This book was super fun in that it explored the ever-present conundrum: "If you knew you were going to die, would you live life differently?" The plot parts involving the passengers were interesting and kept me glued to the pages. However, a large part of the plot was Cherry's life story. I wasn't as engaged in this part since Cherry wasn't all that compelling of a character. As a result, the story as a whole was just okay for me.

However, I know others that enjoyed this book much more than me so would encourage readers to check out some of the higher ratings. Thank you #NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

wow this one started off strong and I couldn't stop turning the pages but unfortunately the paced slowed way down for me. I feel like if the book had been shortened a bit then the pace would have been better.

Multiple POV which switched every chapter. There were a few chapters where they mentioned a name but for most of the time I felt completely lost on whose story I was reading about. I wished the chapters were named with the characters name. I feel like that would have helped.

As it switched and only showed glimpses of each character, I found it hard to connect with the characters. I was just not invested as it switches fro character to character quite often. I almost DNFed but I’m glad I kept reading. I do have to admit it took about half the book for me to finally get into it when the predictions started to come true. But it was interesting to see it all unfold.

I can’t say enough good things about this book. I’m a fan of Liane Moriarty, so I was excited to read this novel. But the story isn’t like her other, twisty thrillers. This is an original, stand-alone story unlike any other I’ve read. I loved the characters and their multiple POVs. The pacing felt just right, and I think Moriarty did a great job resolving each storyline. I would recommend this book!

The semester ended at school so I had a little extra time to really put forth the final push to get through Liane Moriarty's Here One Moment. I've been drawn to read this novel during the moments I have a little downtime because it's captivating from the first page.

Here One Moment begins on a plane where the passengers are told their fates. Cherry goes up and down the aisles predicting the deaths of all the passengers. This outburst could have been chalked up to another random passenger behaving badly on a commercial flight, except her predictions started coming true. Incredibly, the predictions come true, as stated. For example, if she predicted someone's death in a car accident at the age of 24, the passenger succumbs to that fate.

Fate.

As the novel alters between Cherry's first-person narrative, and key passengers, fate is continuously being challenged. If you knew when and how you would die, could you change your fate? Or allow life to run its course.

We journey with the characters as they struggle with choosing between fate and free will. Finding out if Cherry is correct is not even the biggest motivation to finish this lengthy novel. The characters are so real and fleshed out. Moriarty uses every word deliberately and allows no time for boredom.

I mention Moriarty using every word purposefully because this novel is mainly about Cherry. She could have been written off as a gimmick. It's easy to dismiss psychics and mediums as crazies. Instead, Moriarty chose to expound on her story and managed to make me miss getting to know her when I wasn't reading her narrative.

That brings me to my only gripe. I didn't consume this novel in a few days like I recommend doing. If this novel is read in a timely manner, the supporting cast stories won't be lost in the fray. Because I like reviewing novels, I've learned to take notes. The average reader, if they spend too much time away, may not remember where the story left off for one of the other passengers. It's not a true gripe, but it's something to be cautious of. When using a multi-layered ensemble, it's best to read without long breaks between.

Ultimately, I loved Here One Moment. Personally, I'm one of those people who wishes they had chosen a different path to change my fate. Fighting with my younger self for not finishing school in my 20s as I work towards my degree in my 40s. The point of it all is that we keep on moving forward. We keep on choosing. We keep on living.

Copy provided by Crown Publishing via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review

Here One Moment is another masterpiece by Liane Moriarty. She has taken her usual psychological twists and turned them into a new story about the battle of fate and free-will. A plane full of strangers find themselves in a very unsettling situation when an ordinary seeming lady walks down the aisle pointing at each individual uttering two things: cause of death, age of death. These predictions are received with all different ranges of reactions, but many don't think much of them until these predictions start to come true. Several passengers die and the remaining are left trying to find the "death lady" to have their destiny altered. When all is said and done, does anyone actually have control of their own fate?

I was lucky enough to get an early copy thanks to NetGalley and the publisher. Not Moriartys best, but an enjoyable, deep, provocative novel that earns its rightful place in the upper tier of her iconic backlist.

I have heard Liane Moriarty is a good author so I wanted to try her books. I was bored. I felt the exact same way reading this book as I felt watching Lost. Really cool idea, poorly executed. It fell very flat and lost me along the way.

“Here One Moment” by Liane Moriarty has garnered a range of reactions from readers and critics. The novel centers on a mysterious woman who, during a flight to Sydney, predicts the specific causes and times of death for her fellow passengers. This unsettling event prompts characters to confront themes of fate, mortality, and the extent of control over one’s destiny.

I enjoyed its engaging premise and thought-provoking narrative.

Overall, “Here One Moment” offers an intriguing exploration of fate and mortality, resonating deeply with some readers while leaving others desiring a more cohesive narrative.

Thank you Net Galley and Penguin Random House for this ARC. Imagine being on a plane and some random woman starts predicting when and how you will die. Here One Moment takes you on an emotional ride which leaves you on the edge of your seat waiting to learn everyone's fate. A thought-provoking, heartfelt, and utterly engaging read. Highly recommend!

4.5 stars! Thank you to NetGalley for this arc! On a routine flight, passengers learn the exact moment and manner of their deaths. For some, it's far in the future, no big deal, but for six, it's terrifyingly soon. The mysterious "Death Lady," unnoticed by anyone onboard, predicts their fates with chilling accuracy.

After a few months, one by one, the deaths unfold as predicted, and the once-dismissed story becomes a terrifying reality. This is no longer just a strange anecdote, it’s the truth.

Thank you to Netgalley and the Publishing Company for this Advanced Readers Copy of Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty!

When I first read the description of this book, I was super intrigued - the idea that your death could be predicted on by a random person, without anyone asking, mid flight, it hooked me.

The first chunk of the story dragged me in - everyone knows how and what age they will die, now what!? How will each person use this information, and how will it change their lives? I was so into it.

And then… I quickly got bored. I found myself devouring some characters' chapters while wanting to entirely skip the next! I just couldn't get into everyone, and it seemed like such a disservice to those I could.