Malibu Rising: A Read with Jenna Pick: A Novel
Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of twenty-four hours, the family drama that ensues will change their lives will change forever.
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Readers say *Malibu Rising* by Taylor Jenkins Reid offers an immersive 1980s Malibu setting and explores complex family dynamics through four distinct...
I love this author, and this book did not disappoint! I really like the complicated relationships and the depth of the characters.
I enjoy Taylor Jenkins Reid's writing style. This is the second book of hers I have read and I have thoroughly enjoyed both. I look forward to reading more from her. Its a quick and easy read. Nothing stressful or strenuous. A good pallet cleanser.
How do I even begin to describe the genius and delight that is Taylor Jenkins Reid?
When I read the description for 'Malibu Rising,' I was a little nervous that it couldn't possibly live up to 'Daisy Jones' or, my all-time TJR favorite, 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.'
I should never doubt the great Ms. Reid.
How is it that Reid can write such deeply detailed characters that we, as readers, cannot help but fall in love with OR feel intense hatred for AND keep us turning the pages as fast as our fingers will let us? Reading about the lives of the Riva family, past & present, was riveting and heartbreaking. I loved how Reid wrote Part 1 as flashbacks to the love affair of June & Mick Riva and flashing back forward to their children's current (now adult) lives, especially since Part 2 is set only in the present and only within a couple hours at The Party at Nina's modern beachside mansion.
During the party scenes, we see all we need to in what's happening with the Rivas, but, as a fun aside, we get tiny peeks into moments of the other party guests, as well - such a fun sidebar to the drama happening with our main characters.
There are many, many fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid and the beautiful books she creates. However, I know there were also many that were turned off by her change of format with 'Daisy Jones.' (If you are one of those readers, might I suggest giving it a try on audio? Having different actors/voices made all the difference for me and let me sink into the story much easier.) But if you are a lover of all things 'Evelyn Hugo,' and all the other delight from Reid's backlist, you are going to LOVE 'Malibu Rising.'
Fingers crossed Reid keeps this 'Decades' trend going and we'll see her next novel set in the 1990s.
A HUGE THANK YOU to Netgalley & Random House/Ballentine Books for the opportunity to read and review this book. I cannot wait to get my physical copy when it comes out June 1st. Hands down a Five Star Read.
When I read the description for 'Malibu Rising,' I was a little nervous that it couldn't possibly live up to 'Daisy Jones' or, my all-time TJR favorite, 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.'
I should never doubt the great Ms. Reid.
How is it that Reid can write such deeply detailed characters that we, as readers, cannot help but fall in love with OR feel intense hatred for AND keep us turning the pages as fast as our fingers will let us? Reading about the lives of the Riva family, past & present, was riveting and heartbreaking. I loved how Reid wrote Part 1 as flashbacks to the love affair of June & Mick Riva and flashing back forward to their children's current (now adult) lives, especially since Part 2 is set only in the present and only within a couple hours at The Party at Nina's modern beachside mansion.
During the party scenes, we see all we need to in what's happening with the Rivas, but, as a fun aside, we get tiny peeks into moments of the other party guests, as well - such a fun sidebar to the drama happening with our main characters.
There are many, many fans of Taylor Jenkins Reid and the beautiful books she creates. However, I know there were also many that were turned off by her change of format with 'Daisy Jones.' (If you are one of those readers, might I suggest giving it a try on audio? Having different actors/voices made all the difference for me and let me sink into the story much easier.) But if you are a lover of all things 'Evelyn Hugo,' and all the other delight from Reid's backlist, you are going to LOVE 'Malibu Rising.'
Fingers crossed Reid keeps this 'Decades' trend going and we'll see her next novel set in the 1990s.
A HUGE THANK YOU to Netgalley & Random House/Ballentine Books for the opportunity to read and review this book. I cannot wait to get my physical copy when it comes out June 1st. Hands down a Five Star Read.
Malibu Rising is a dazzling, atmospheric novel that captures the glamour and chaos of 1980s Malibu while exploring family bonds, fame, and identity. Taylor Jenkins Reid masterfully intertwines past and present, creating a story that feels both intimate and epic.
Really enjoyed Hugo... The characters in this book were more difficult to relate to than Hugo. The 4 siblings were each interesting in their own respect-oldest sister who took care of the family, the older brother show-boat, the younger brother photographer, and youngest sister who was trying to find herself. The mother and father were also somewhat underdeveloped as well. I was not emotionally driven to hate/dislike the bad characters or feel empathy toward other characters. Reid does a good job with plot development but with so many characters, difficult to understand each persons motivations in depth. Overall a moderately enjoyable read.
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