I love the way the author is able to move between POVs effortlessly. What could be a confusing jumble of various takes, is crafted so it flows so there’s no jolting change as we hear from the few main characters. It was all pieced together in a way that surprised me.
This book was a good dive into what a person would do if they knew they would die at a certain time. Would they make changes to avoid it? Would they do all the things they dreamed of?

Made it halfway through—decided to quit. I didn’t ever connect with it or understand the point, and the chapters switched perspectives so often it made me dizzy and confused. I also felt like all the stories were depressing, and I was sick of reading it.

I really loved this author’s earlier work: What Alice Forgot was fantastic, a book I think about often, many years later. Lately she’s been writing these large cast books rather than focusing on one person or one conflict. And the large cast doesn’t work as well for me as a reader. I keep hoping I’ll get to read another book that matches my experience with Alice, but maybe not.

I adore Liane Moriarty's books, and this one is no exception!
The first 15% or so of this book felt a little aimless; there were so many characters and details and very little plot. But then things started to take direction and make sense, and I loved it! Cherry's story ended up being so endearing, and I miss it already.
It was overall so fun to read, and I found the ending to be precious.

Loved the premise of this book, but somehow expected more from it. It was a really interesting story, but the jumping around of too many characters’ situations was a bit confusing at times. It did make you think about fate and all the decisions that one makes in a day that could potentially impact your life and the lives of others. Does everything really happen for a reason? I did enjoy the storyline, just not as much as I had hoped. Thanks to NetGalley, author and publishers for this ARC.

When I requested this book, I really was leaning into my love for Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty. Unfortunately, this story just wasn't for me. There were so many characters and a slow pace. I kept with it for the first 60% or so, but eventually I had to DNF. I skimmed until the end and I did like the very end and the message it ends with. I felt this book could have been so much better if it were shorter and focused on a few of the people rather than so much on Cherry. This book was not for me, but perhaps others may stick with it and find more character development to go with the ending message that I liked!

This is an absolutely fascinating read, I really like this author and she really knocked this one out of the ballpark!. A woman of indeterminate age is on a short flight when she stands in the aisle and points at people sitting in their sits and states 'I expect' then says their cause of death and says 'At age' then the age they die at. She does this for the entire coach section of the plane, not the first class part though by that point everyone on the plane that has received this pronouncement is either happy they are going to live into their 100's or upset they are going to pass when they are 20. The passengers are all abuzz when they land comparing what the lady told them. The story also tells it from the POV of Cherry, she's the woman that had done this, we learn about her history, her family, her mom who is a fortune teller of some renown and how Cherry was engaged to a young man that won the 'lottery' and was conscripted to go to Vietnam where he was killed not long after arriving. We also hear from some of the people who's deaths were not that far in the future, a woman who's son was predicted to die at 7 from drowning, she has him in multiple swim classes to ensure that doesn't happen. Some do end up passing in the manner predicted, one young woman dies in a car crash at 20, which was being live streamed by her friend in the passenger seat. Most of the people that had predictions that were well into the future were not as worried and those that were soon tried to change their live to alter the outcome. The pace was very quick, the chapters were short and I really enjoyed this and would highly recommend. Thanks to #Netgalley and #Crown for the ARC.

This one totally sucked me in like Liane Moriarty’s books always do! It’s her newest one, which is being released on September 10th. Thank you NetGalley and Crown Publishing for giving me early access.

Like Moriarty’s other books, this one has a relatively simple plot that spirals out of control with an eccentric and memorable cast of characters. To summarize, on a flight through Australia a mysterious woman walks through the cabin and tells each person how and when they are going to die. Some people write her off and some take her more seriously, but nobody knows what to think once her predictions start coming true. The rest of the book follows each passenger while also telling the mysterious woman’s backstory.

This book had me laughing out loud, cringing, worrying, and on the edge of my seat at times. It went beyond just entertaining though and brought up questions that really made me think, especially about free will vs. fate and living life to the fullest. I truly didn’t know how it was going to end. I really enjoy getting immersed in the worlds that Moriarty creates and will continue to read everything she writes! 4.5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️💫

Really fascinating concept, being confronted with a date you’re supposed to die and how. I thought the story did a great job following various recipients of that information and how they all dealt with it. It portrayed well the sense of control each reached for and the what-ifs - can you change the course of your life or is our course set for us. And can you figure out what’s truly important before you run out of time.

I also loved the thread of how important friendships and family are. How they are a lifeline we often don’t put enough effort, risk or thought into. Our relationships - how we connect with others - or lack thereof will make or break us.

I did think the parts with Cherry were a little slow and dragged. I didn’t feel super invested in her parts. Maybe it was because the other characters were just so much more interesting and the mystery surrounding them, I’m not sure. Hers wasn’t bad, just in contrast, I wanted to get back to the others.

Overall I enjoyed it and thought it was a really great concept.

Thanks to Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book. All opinions are mine.

I’m quite disappointed. I’m not even sure what I just read? Based on others I’ve read by Liane Moriarty I was expecting more of a fast-paced attention grabber. This felt too long (500+ pages was too much for this) and too drawn out. One positive: some good character development throughout… outside of that I was slightly bored.

“Here One Moment” by Liane Moriarty is about several passengers who find out when and how they are going to die. While on board, the “Death Lady” (Cherry) forecasts the future of fellow passengers. Many take it as a warning and try preventing their predictions, ultimately leading to chaos and self fulfilling prophecies.

I really enjoyed this one! Liane has a power of throwing very different characters together. The multiple points of view and short chapters really moved the book along despite its large size. I do wish there were a few less characters since there was a lot to keep track of. I like Cherry was written in first person and the others were third person since it gave an intimate insight into her side of the story.

This book looks at the fragility of life and how having a heads up on your lifespan can change how you live your life. It was interesting how the characters took actions to prevent their deaths but they end up leading to them for some.

Liana’s other recent book, “Apples Never Fall” is a gem too! Thanks @crownpublishing for the digital ARC (out September 10)!

I really enjoyed Moriarty's latest ensemble novel, which examines questions of fate and free will in a unique manner. The story follows a group of airplane passengers and the woman who predicted their manner and time of death during a flight. As the "Death Lady's" life is slowly revealed through first-person chapters, we also spend time with a number of other characters and their families and how their lives have been impacted by the Death Lady's dramatic predictions. At times, I struggled a little keeping the large cast of characters straight, but I think that was more about my level of distraction while reading than anything about the way it's written. Each voice and character is quite distinct. That being said, I don't think this would work as well on audiobook, so keep that in mind. Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for a digital review copy.

This book started off super strong for me. I really enjoyed the first 50 percent of it or so. Unfortunately, I thought that the last half of the book could have been cut in half. There didn't seem to be any real point to it. There were also far too many characters to keep track of. It took me the first couple of pages of each chapter to figure out who the character was and what their significance was. Overall, I'm still not sure there was a plot line or a resolution. The epilogue was cute though, It did make me happy that most of my favorite characters ended up living (and thriving)

In general, I enjoy Liane Moriarty, so when I saw this on NetGalley I immediately requested it. After I read the first 10% I put it down for a while because I found the death predictions so sad and unsettling. I wanted to give it more of a try so I could rate it for NetGalley but I finally DNFed at 50%. The tone remained sad and the pacing was slow. Cherry’s chapters were the saddest and slowest of all and unfortunately they constitute about half the book. There were so many characters and so much jumping around that it was hard to keep everyone straight, as well. Here One Moment was not for this reader, and I’m curious to see where it finds its audience.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the review copy. All opinions are my own.

What would you do if you were told how you would die and at what age? This books explores that theme.

I loved this fast-paced, compulsory read. If you need a book to get you out of a reading slump - this one is it! The mystery, tension, humor, characters, and pace kept me invested all the way through. It had a little bit of everything but mostly centered around death and grief (which are usually deterrents for me when it comes to books so me loving this one says a lot)!

If you have loved Moriarty’s books in the past you won’t be disappointed with this new one. I think those that enjoyed The Measure by Nikki Elrick will also like this one (this was done much better in my opinion with a similar-ish premise). The pacing and tension of the familial mystery also reminded me of Happiness Falls by Angie Kim which I also throughly flew through and enjoyed.

I really enjoy Liane Moriarty’s writing—it’s a very distinct style, but I find it to be so engaging and entertaining. It’s also easy to read and get lost in the story and the characters’ lives. Here One Moment was no different than her other books in this regard. The premise pulled me in right away, and each chapter left me wanting to keep reading to find out what would happen.

I will say that I felt a tad underwhelmed by the resolution, but I did think that the very last chapter provided a great ending.

As could be assumed by the premise, there was a lot of talk about psychics, mediums, etc. This did not bother me because, although such practices go against my worldview, this is a work of fiction and the book does not insinuate that they are legitimate. There was also some language and many non-graphic references to sex, drinking, and other worldly behaviors. Themes of death and grief are prevalent.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!

A plane is en route to Sydney, Australia when an older woman suddenly stands up. She begins pointing at each passenger and tells them their age of death and cause of death. Is she having a mental break or a medical problem? Some people are told they’ll live to 100, while others are predicted much less time. Many of them get off the plane shaken yet thinking it can’t be real, but when the first three passengers die at the age predicted it makes others wonder if they can tempt fate or whether they should make the most of the time they may have left.

This one reminded me of The Measure, but without any government storylines. I loved reading how everyone was somehow connected and how some tried to change the course of their life to keep the predictions from coming true. I know people are usually split on this topic - if you could know what age or manner you would die, would you want to find out? I would.

So, so, sooo good! I loved "Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty! Examining life and death in the most relatable, and often entertaining manner that this author does so well. I enjoyed it thoroughly and recommend it to every book club! Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the advanced reading copy. All opinions are my own.

HERE ONE MOMENT by Liane Moriarty

What would you do if you would be told the year and manner of your death? Would you change the way you live your life? Would you even believe it? Would you do things to try to change it? Well this happens to some people who board a flight . On their way to their destination a woman gets up suddenly and tells everyone their dates and manner of death.
Is it real or is she nuts.?

After the flight people noticed that others on the flight started dying on their due date
.one by one. No one was more surprised but the woman who made the predictions.
So what is really going on then?

I absolutely loved this book. It was so unique and humorous. A real page turner as well.
Thank you Netgalley and Crown Publishing for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

Here One Moment is a touching read that really pulls you in with its heartfelt story about love, loss, and the moments that make life meaningful. The characters feel real, and the writing captures those little details that stick with you. It is a bit slow in places, but overall, it's a book that makes you think and stays with you after you're done. Thanks to Net Galley for a copy in exchange for an honest review.

Liane Moriarty’s Here One Moment quickly draws readers in with its clever use of alternating perspectives and multiple storylines. From the start, the novel keeps you invested as you follow a diverse cast of characters, each with their own compelling narratives. Moriarty’s signature style of weaving together seemingly unrelated lives is on full display, and she keeps you guessing how the pieces will ultimately fit.

However, the middle section of the book slows down, feeling a bit stretched as it delves deeper into the various plotlines. At times, it seemed like trimming one of the storylines—particularly Cherry’s, which alternates throughout—might have helped tighten the pacing. Despite this, the short chapters and Moriarty's talent for writing relatable characters make it easy to stay engaged.

By the end, Moriarty brings everything together with her trademark flair for unexpected connections. The intersecting storylines pay off, delivering a satisfying and well-crafted conclusion. Though it could have benefited from a bit more focus, Here One Moment is an enjoyable and thoughtful read that showcases Moriarty’s strengths in character development and storytelling.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and netgalley for an EARC in exchange for an honest review.