Every Happy Family, Sarah Stovell
Every Happy Family, Sarah Stovell
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Every Happy Family

Author: Sarah Stovell

Narrator: Emily Pennant-Rea

Unabridged: 8 hr 41 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HQ

Published: 03/30/2023


Synopsis

A hilarious drama about family secrets, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty. ‘[A] gripping family tale… Stovell is a thoughtful, wise and witty writer’ ‘Funny, compelling and so on point about family dynamics’ ' Bella Minnie and Bert are over the moon to have their three grown-up children home for the first time in a decade. But having Lizzie, Jess, Owen and the grandchildren under one roof isn’t without its dramas. Lizzie is off the alcohol (although emergency gin doesn’t count), Jess is juggling a toddler and a newborn, but it’s Owen who has the power to throw a grenade into everything. It all stems from an incident that happened years ago. And it involves Nora Skelly – a name you don't mention in front of Minnie. With Nora also back in town, the past is about to come crashing into the present. And what better time to revisit old secrets and resentments than around the family dinner table? * * * What readers are saying about ‘If you love Liane Moriarty then this is a great book for you…I couldn't stop turning the pages and finished the story in 24 hours.’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘What a fabulous family drama this was… superb, funny, heart wrenching read. It read so easily and I just couldn't put it down.’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘On the one hand I wanted to devour in one sitting but on the other I wanted to ration because I knew that once I'd finished I was going to miss these true to life characters being in my life.’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘An absolute must read if you like some family drama (that's not your own!)’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘It’s quietly brilliant. My only complaint is that I didn’t want to leave them all. ’ Netgalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Praise for : ‘Set to be one of the most talked-about books of 2022’ ‘Sensitive, sharply observed and often funny’ Adele Parks,

Reviews

Goodreads review by Ceecee on November 11, 2022

Are all families dysfunctional? Bert thinks that might be the case. He and his wife Minnie are delighted their three children will finally be together under one roof as it’s been a decade since that last happened. They are especially pleased since it’s Christmas, a season Minnie embraces fully. Or i......more

Goodreads review by Indieflower on May 15, 2023

A troubled family gets together at Christmas for the first time in many years, domestic drama ensues. A decent family tale, told from different POV and with likeable characters, yet somehow I didn't engage with it particularly well. It took me ages to read as I wasn't excited to pick it up, I wanted......more

Goodreads review by Jo_Scho_Reads on March 27, 2023

It’s Christmas, what better time for a family reunion? Minnie and Bert can’t wait to have their three grown up kids home, particularly as it will be the first time all three have been home together in a decade. And with their grandchildren joining them it promises to be a lively and festive celebrat......more

Goodreads review by Claire on February 10, 2023

This is a tale of a dysfunctional family. After many years, Minnie finally has her three grown up children and their families all under the same roof for Christmas. It’s a chance to reacquaint but also revisit secrets and resentments of the past. I know the majority of people seem to love this book,......more

Goodreads review by andshe.reads on November 17, 2022

Trigger Warnings - alcoholism, domestic abuse, overdose, teen pregnancy. Wow talk about family drama!! And yes I reckon every family is almost as messed up as this one at one point or another! This story is told in both the past and the present taking us on a compelling journey through the lives of......more


Quotes

Praise for 'A timely and intoxicating firecracker of a drama packed with small town secrets, politics and prejudice . . . Thoughtful, thought provoking and always supremely entertaining' 'This story about the politics and dark undercurrents of a school community is sharp, compelling, and thought-provoking, with a cast of characters who live and breathe on the page' Amanda Jennings, author of ‘Clever, thought-provoking and darkly funny. Tackles big issues with a light hand’ Tina Baker, author of ‘A brilliant book’ ‘Loved it from page one. Fully immersive with beautifully realised characters and a plot that tackles some huge, important issues. This is the kind of book I crave’ Emily Edwards, author of ‘Topical issues and wry observations abound’ ‘An astute and gripping page-turner that takes many hot topics and examines them from every angle . . . Genuinely original and utterly compelling’ NJ Mackay, author of ‘The school playground has never been this entertaining . . . funny, moving, complicated and sometimes a bit twisted . . . If you enjoyed then there are echoes of it here . . . Read and enjoy it now and revisit it in a year or two when the inevitable Netflix miniseries launches’