This is an ambitious story which looks at two families through the eyes of different family members. As each character's viewpoint is added into the mix, you realise that the dynamics between them are complex, with undercurrents threatening to upset the status quo. I enjoyed seeing how the different generations interacted. The materially wealthy were not necessarily happier or more content. As you glimpse what each character is hoping for, you will them on to make the best decisions, especially the younger ones.

It is also striking how certain family members exert control, sometimes in a subtle way, to fashion the picture of happy family life which they are striving for. Some cannot express what they actually want for fear of upsetting others. As secrets and deceptions unravel, you are presented with families who are sometimes surprised to realise that some have guessed the truth years earlier. They have constructed a life which is at odds with their inner wishes and desires. The end result is an engrossing read which raises questions in the minds of the reader and which never hands you the answers on a plate.

In short: a satisfying read for all

This was a really good story! It's definitely a tale of the grass not being greener on the other side, and all families (ALL families) have STUFF. Some is embarrassing, some is heavy, some of fine, but there is always stuff under the surface that those outside don't know about. 3.5 stars, rounding up to 4.

All good things was a super interesting book! A good reminder that the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence. Which is exactly what Daisy learns. She sees her next door neighbors, the Kelleways, as a perfect family. After all, her mother hardly ever gets out of bed, and their house is by far the most run-down on their street. But after a party thrown by the Kelleways to celebrate their anniversary, where their perfect image begins to crumble, Daisy learns that things aren't always how they are portrayed.

I really enjoyed this book because it was a great story, but it was also a great reminder that people tend to put on perfect masks to hide their insecurities. Even those who look like their life is picture perfect aren't actually living a squeaky clean life. Everyone has issues, everyone has problems, and not everyone wants to be open and vulnerable about their struggles. I thought this was great!

Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc.
While I loved the story, or the premise of the story, the "noise" of the book was lost in translation on me. There was a lot going on in the book and a lot with the story. A lot of drama that I had a hard time following at some points. I do think the characters were well written, almost too well written which is why there was a lot of noise if that makes sense.

Like other readers have commented, the end did leave me a little, underwhelmed.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for All Good Things!

I love how each chapter alternates the characters and they’re intertwined with connections that others don’t know about.

This was pretty fast passed domestic fiction book for me and I look forward to reading others from the author!

4 STARS

I received a copy of this book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.

While celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary a wealthy couple and their family interact with each other, draw upon memories, and await the birth of a new family member.

While this book appears to present a happy, loving family, as the celebration progresses, we are shown the fallacies, delusions, and mistakes of a modern family. In a touching setting what should have been a crowning accomplishment of a loving couple, we see hidden secrets, hidden feelings, and lost loyalties.

If you love family dramas, you will love this book. The characters are interesting, strong, and believable. I recommend a cup of tea, a comfy chair, and a warm blanket.

DNF. Read approx. 30% before putting it down for good.

Found the story to be way too slow. None of the characters were relatable or enjoyable to read about. Felt there were many cringe moments that just made me stop reading. The premise is interesting but sadly, this wasn't my cup of tea.

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! No spoilers. Beyond amazing I enjoyed this book so very much. The characters and storyline were fantastic. The ending I did not see coming Could not put down nor did I want to. Truly Amazing and appreciated the whole story. This is going to be a must read for many many readers. Maybe even a book club pick.

Another great read from Amanda and I love her books. This one was so good and I was sad to finish it. Worth 5 stars or more. My thanks to netgalley and the publishers for giving me the opportunity to read this book in return for an honest review..

Oh how I love Amanda Prowse's novels and All Good Things is my new favourite. All good things come to those who wait is an old saying my grandmother taught me and it's what this book is all about. We become friends with the Kelleway family, learning just about everything there is too know including some surprises along the way. Each chapter is told from a different family member and each person is so relatable in their own way.

"All Good Things" by Amanda Prowse is an emotionally charged family drama that explores the enduring power of love, forgiveness, and resilience. Prowse's storytelling is heartfelt and thought-provoking.

Amanda Prowse is the Queen of family drama and All Good Things is about two dysfunctional families: the Harrops, and the Kelleways.

Winnie and Bernie, the head of the Kelleway clan live next door to their polar opposites, The Harrops. Amanda Prowse shares the issues and secrets of these families and I loved that each chapter focused on an individual and their story. Although the lives of two very different families intertwine it’s Daisy who we focus on the most. (Or was that just me?) “All Good Things……. must come to an end" and to me, the end indicated there is more to come about the Harrops and the Kelleways or maybe I am just hoping……..?

This book centers on an evening at the Italian restaurant where young Daisy Harrop works.

Her next door neighbors, the Kelleways will be celebrating Matriarch Winnie and Patriarch Bernie’s golden anniversary at the restaurant, with their children and grandchildren in tow. (One just happens to be Cassian Kelleway, who Daisy has a huge crush on)

But, over the course of the evening, the “perfect facade” of her neighbors will crumble, as bombshells are dropped from the POV’s of about 9 different characters-members of both the Harrop and Kelleway families.

LOOKS CAN BE DECEIVING

Daisy will learn that nobody is perfect, not even the Kelleways, and not everything is as it appears to be. And, a few people may surprise her.

The book moves quickly, and isn’t hard to follow but the I found the writing to have an “old fashioned “ feel rather than a contemporary one, despite many issues RELEVANT in today’s world.

Very different storyline and writing style. The author tells these intertwined stories from each characters perspective. The writing is great and the story just drew me in. Loved it!

Oh this is just like peeking through a crack in the currents to get a look at the inner workings of a family.

The Kelleways seems to be the perfect family unit. The grandparents Winnie and Bernie are celebrating 40 years, the son Lawrence appears to be incredibly successful and wealthy, the daughter Cleo is expecting her first child any day now, and the two grandchildren Cassian and Domino are beautiful, intelligent and full of promise.

But not all the glitters is gold. While most of the family falls in line with Winnie's strict adherence to keeping up appearances, behind the scenes there are secrets, lies, deceits, and a desire to escape.

The drama made this hugely entertaining, but the fully rounded characters with their flaws and strengths is what really made me like this book. Reminds me a bit of the Maeve Binchy books of old.

I thought this was a bit slow paced for me, I did finish it, but it was a struggle.

Thank you NetGalley for my complimentary copy in return for my honest review.

The Kelleway family is seemingly a golden family, and matriarch Winnie and patriarch Bernie are celebrating their 40 year “ruby” anniversary with a big dinner at a local Italian restaurant… but that night is where things start to unravel. Each chapter, while told in the third person, is from one of nine POVs (the Kelleways and their neighbors), and in spite of that big cast of characters, they’re each well-developed and easy to keep straight. And the breadth of the characters makes it feel like a really epic family saga, without dragging on! That said, the first few chapters felt slow, and I considered quitting, but I was glad I kept going; it got really good! As another reviewer pointed out, the narrative somehow feels a little bit old fashioned, in spite of the plot being very contemporary and dealing with modern issues, but I still really enjoyed it – and will definitely be diving into Amanda Prowse’s back catalog for more!

I normally enjoy books by Amanda Prowse but I had a hard time finishing this story. The timeline of the story is quite short but the same day is covered by multiply characters from some extremely different points of view. Daisy is the main character throughout the entire story. She is a waitress and next door neighbor to the Kelleway family. She is their server as they celebrate the couple’s 40th wedding anniversary. She envy’s them and thinks their life is perfect but finds out not everything is as it seems.

A well crafted domestic tale told from various viewpoints, all centred around a pair of neighbouring houses and hte people who live in them. Everyone is envious of someone else, or coveting a different outcome, without realising that to someone else, they have the ideal life. A well-told story about putting yourself in someone else's shoes to see how life is for them.

I had a small moment of triumph when I finished reading All Good Things as it's the first time an Amanda Prowse book hasn't made me cry, but boy did it make me think. In this day and age of seeing perfect posts on social media, it's sobering to remember that not everything is as perfect on the other side of the camera lens.

A pair of neighbours are put under the microscope in this captivating novel. The Harrops on one side of the fence, with their house that has seen better days, and the Kelleways on the other with their perfectly pruned roses and expensive cars in the driveway. Daisy Harrop dreams of becoming a Kelleway one day but this family isn't as perfect as they appear.

I felt like a nosy neighbour myself when I was reading this very addictive book and because they were fictional characters I got to experience some guilt-free schadenfreude at their expense. The story is set over a weekend and there is an awful lot going on for each character to keep the reader entertained and invested in the story.

All of the characters and their individual voices are so beautifully written that I would have been able to tell whose point of view I was reading even if their name wasn't at the top of the page. Amanda Prowse's characterisation is exceptional and her incredibly well-developed characters effortlessly drive this wonderful story.

Completely compelling and extremely thought-provoking, All Good Things is a timely and sobering reminder that, despite appearances, the grass isn't always greener on the other side. There may be no tissues required for this one but it's another outstanding novel from Amanda Prowse and one I wouldn't hesitate to recommend.

I received a digital ARC to read and review for the blog tour; this is my honest and unbiased opinion.