Let's start with the cover- the pink glass house in the book may have been over the top and an eyesore for the neighbors, but this book cover is gorgeous. This book was such a fun, guilty pleasure of a read. Told in multiple POV, it was witty and dark, reminding me of Big Little Lies and Desperate Housewives. I highly recommend it as a satire with a bit of mystery. I really enjoyed Pink Glass Houses and will watch for more from this author.

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for providing an ARC in exchange for my honest opinion and review.

This book is Real Housewives meets Big Little Lies. If you a peek behind the curtain of those who seem to have it all together, and the chaos of rich people behaving badly, then this is the book for you. I loved the multiple viewpoints and nuanced characters. Highly recommend this book!

favorite quote: florida is a sunny place for shady people.

this is accurately compared to big little lies and i was drawn in quickly by the lavish miami lifestyle and the petty drama of PTA moms. consider this book a warning (to me, at least) to stay out of any of my future children’s school politics and PTA members. the book follows of group of elementary school moms whose children are in enrolled in an elite public school that screams privileged private school. small-town Kansas mom Melody waltzes in and tries to navigate how to engage in this sultry, extravagant lifestyle and finds herself lowering her values to fit in.

there were moments in this book that i gasped out loud. i was appalled and cracking that melody had sent that text to charlotte. it feels like watching the real housewives of miami, school mom edition. none of the characters are lovable, it’s like watching a train-wreck, you just can’t take your eyes off of it. all the mentions of the scandalous goings-on in miami made me think of a certain family member who moved there for i think exactly the same reasons mentioned in this book LOL.

i was *upset* about a certain point of the ending, it felt very unfinished and that we could have had an even more dramatic, tell-all ending! i was anticipating some sort of death (nod to big little lies) but this didn’t happen in the way i expected and i feel like patricia’s story could have been flushed out more. who knows the reason for that omission. but if you enjoy books full of juicy drama and rich people behaving like idiots, consider this your next read! it’s an easy one to pick up and read and find some guilty pleasure relaxation.

many thanks to Net Galley and William Morrow for this advanced reader copy! it was so fun to read.

I enjoyed this story and would love a sequel to hear what happens with certain characters. I will be reading future books by this author.

In "Pink Glass Houses," Asha Elias delivers a tantalizing glimpse into the scandalous world of Miami Beach's elite, where wealth, power, and intrigue collide in a whirlwind of secrets and social climbing. Set against the backdrop of Sunset Academy, the most coveted elementary school in Miami Beach, this seductive social satire takes readers on a rollercoaster ride through the lives of its impeccably groomed and relentlessly ambitious PTA moms.

At the center of the story is Charlotte Giordani, Sunset Academy's alpha mom, whose sleek exterior belies a fierce determination to maintain her status as queen bee. With her relentless charm and unabashed confidence, Charlotte navigates the treacherous waters of Miami Beach's social scene with ease—until the arrival of Melody Howard, a wide-eyed transplant from Wichita, Kansas, threatens to upset the delicate balance of power.

Elias masterfully weaves together multiple perspectives, allowing readers to delve into the minds of each character as they navigate the complexities of their relationships and the mounting tensions within their community. From the wide-eyed innocence of Melody to the calculating ambition of Charlotte, each voice adds depth and nuance to the narrative, drawing readers deeper into the tangled web of secrets and lies that lies beneath the surface of Miami Beach's glamorous facade.

What sets "Pink Glass Houses" apart is its unflinching exploration of the dark underbelly of wealth and privilege. As the investigation into white-collar crime threatens to expose the hidden truths lurking behind the glittering facade of Miami Beach's elite, Elias deftly exposes the cracks in their carefully curated lives, revealing the vulnerabilities that lie beneath their polished exteriors.

Yet, amidst the scandal and intrigue, Elias also explores themes of redemption and forgiveness, as characters grapple with the consequences of their actions and confront the true meaning of friendship and loyalty. Through its richly drawn characters and gripping plot twists, "Pink Glass Houses" offers a compelling meditation on the nature of human relationships and the power of secrets to both bind us together and tear us apart.

In conclusion, "Pink Glass Houses" is a deliciously addictive read that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. With its tantalizing blend of scandal, intrigue, and social commentary, Asha Elias has crafted a captivating tale that is sure to linger in the minds of readers long after the final page has been turned.

If you like series like Big Little Lies or Desperate Housewives, you'll love Pink Glass Houses. Very much a Keeping up with the Joneses that goes awry, the story follows a midwestern wife who thinks she's moved to the perfect Miami Beach town only to find that not all is as it seems. A poignant, psychological thriller that I couldn't put down.

Miami Beach where the beautiful people are and where the shabby people are, Sunset Academy is the most coveted school in Miami Beach
where there are they rich, wealthy and ultra-wealthy people. Charlotte Giordani is Sunset Academy's alpha mom. She is the PTA president up for reelection. Patricia Walker is a socialite married to billionaire Don and she is very supportive of Charlotte. The are also owner s of Villa Rose', a modern glasshouse that they just finished. Now Enter Melody Howard, a transplant from Wichita Kansas. She is a bit skeptical at first and then gets dragged into the social world of Sunset Academy. Melody ends up as Charlotte's rival for PTA president.. A scandal erupts, a white collar crime occurs and there is a murder and who will have done what? I loved this book. It was a delightful fun read filled with scandal, drama, laughs and just plain gossip. Who knew running for the PTA president would be so dangerous,, This book reminded me of Big Little Lie and Mean Girls for Adults but just set in a middle school. The while collar crime vibe of PTA moms trying to navigate middle school politics was fun to read.

Sometimes you need a book that sucks you in This was that book for me. A soap opera of a tale centered around a school community in Miami Beach told from alternative perspectives that kept me turning the pages. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

Special thanks to NetGalley and William Morrow for the advanced copy of Pink Glass Houses!

The story takes place in Miami Beach and follows a group of wealthy moms who have children attending Sunset Academy. The mothers are working to outdo each other in a race to become the new PTA president. The story is told through first person point of views from the different mother’s of Sunset Academy. The mothers have very different takes on motherhood and what that role looks like. This was a quick and easy read, that has plenty of scandal, drama, and gossip.

If you're a fan of Big Little Lies this book is for you. Publication Date- July 30, 2024

Pink Glass Houses is full of well-to-do moms behaving badly against the backdrop of a Miami public elementary school that operates in many ways like a private academy. The PTA and its upcoming election provide the catalyst for all the drama, and there is a lot of it. The story is told from multiple points of view, and what I found interesting was Asha Elias’s ability to state each character’s truth-according-to-them in a way that was both believable but set up for inevitable conflict with the other characters. I would not say that the book is a new take on an old story, but it was enjoyable and full of all the salacious bits you would expect from the setting and the characters involved.

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for this advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

YES YES YES YES! I enjoyed this book so much and it kept me intrigued from start to finish.

This book contains many twists and turns and kept me intrigued.

I believe this was a debut and this was knocked out of the park!

So this was a pretty fun read! Light and gossipy, it’s the perfect Spring Break or beginning of summer book to get you in the mood for the season. I kept waiting for something significant to happen because the whole time you’re reading it feels like you’re being set up for that, but honestly, the moment never really comes. This is truly a pretty fluffy novel and I’m not complaining about that necessarily. There’s a time where you need fluff and this is pretty much it.

Fun summer read to recommend.

This book was so fun!!! I actually read it sitting on South Beach, which couldn’t have been more perfect, if you have a Miami vacation coming up, it really brings the city to life. I loved how satirical it was and the “progression” of all the characters. Very funny if you like satire and books about rich people being horrible. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the Kindle ARC. Pink Glass Houses is a frothy satirical read about a group of wealthy Miami Beach moms living their best lives - or so they would like to think. There's a queen bee, Charlotta, and ultra-wealthy queen bee, Patricia, and newcomer Melody, whose husband's job opportunity moved the family from Kansas to Miami. Talk about culture-shock. The book is fun in a twisted, mean girls way - juicy and salacious enough for a great summer or beach read. When I first started reading Pink Glass Houses, I thought it would be a little too sassy for me but it didn't take long for me to get into the cut-throat business of rich PTA moms.

3.5 ⭐️

As a lifelong soap opera lover, this book hit the right notes. It’s over the top, snarky, satirical, and every character is a full on mess.

I only had two minor issues with the book. One was that I felt like most of the action happened in the final third of the book, and before that it felt like the plot wasn’t moving forward at a great pace. But there were a lot of really crazy and fun moments regardless.

And the other was that it felt like there were a few too many characters to really flesh some of them out. I didn’t feel like carol’s perspective was necessary, despite how she played into the larger plot.

Other than that, it was a fun ride!

Thank you to NetGalley and William Morrow for this free and early copy in exchange for my honest review.
I loved this book. It reminded me a lot of Big Little Lies which I absolutely loved. This book was funny and witty and had a solid plot. I loved the drama between the moms in the story, and I definitely laughed out loud at some parts. There was one small part with a character that was kind of left unfinished and you have no idea what happened but I think that was on purpose.
Overall very pleased with this book and loved it way more than I thought I would! Kept me entertained and reminded me of a good tv show I’d watch with a glass of rosé. Can’t wait to see more from this author in the future.
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I loved this book and it’s twists and turns. “Florida is a sunny place for shady people.” Midwesterner Melody and her family are transplanted to Miami where salacious gossip spreads about Miami high society, “Here is the thing about telling people not to repeat something. It doesn't work. Even with the best intentions, the secret you told is repeated over and over again. Your original confidant tells a spouse, who tells a best friend, who tells a hairdresser. Everyone chooses someone whom they think won't repeat the gossip. But invariably the secret is retold and warped a dozen times over until it reemerges, ugly and scandalous. The lesson? If you don't want something repeated, don't say it out loud.” Elias immediately sucks you in to a place that doesn’t seem real, it’s so over-the -top; where being on the PTA is the most coveted position among the housewives of Miami.

The Uber-wealthy Walkers build a pink glass house, where all the world looks rosy. Until secrets are exposed and everyone can see right into their glass house.

I loved the characters, how you start off feeling negatively toward some but they redeem themselves, while others fall from grace. It shows the reality of human nature to judge and spread gossip, which is often lies, and the desire to fit in.

This book gave me vibes of One of Us is Dead, Every Last Secret and The Last Mrs. Parrish. I would definitely recommend it.

I was excited to dive into this debut novel, but ended up wishing it was a little more…more scandal, more action. Instead there was tons of introspection and soliloquies by the revolving cast of characters. Most of the story was based on a group of PTA moms at a Miami elementary school being infiltrated by a newcomer from Kansas. Melody tried to come across as sweet and unassuming, but really she was just as catty and conniving as the rest. I wish there had been more focus on the Walkers, instead it was all tied up in a neat bow. Charlotte’s story was the most interesting and relatable, though she came across as very shallow herself. Definitely a book for fans of Real Housewives and Big Little Lies.

This was such a fun read! If you like Little Big Lies you will love this book. Set in Miami this novel has rotating povs between families of a Miami elementary school. There's Melody whose family just moved to Miami from Kansas. Charlotte who runs the PTA. The Walker's who own the special VIP parking spot for donating so much to the school every year. There's gossip, scandal, and ruthless behavior! Thank you net gallery for letting me review this arc.

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Wow! My first ARC and I loved it! This book was written from multiple pov that took you on the roller coaster called “Life with the “elite”. Hang on for a crazy ride!

Melody and her Husband Greg had no idea what environment they were moving into. Greg got a promotion that moved them from small town Wichita Kansas to Miami Beach.

They got their first taste when they pulled in for back to school night….

Melody POV: We were in the wrong place. We had to be. We pulled into the Sunset Academy parking lot for Back to school night and I double checked Google Maps….Stepping out of rows of fancy cars were the oddest families I’d ever seen.

Catty women and all their pettiness running the PTA. Melody was not in Kansas anymore.

I’ve never watched the “Real Housewives” on tv but from commercials this put my mind to that show.

I loved this book and I couldn’t wait until I could get back to reading! It was a fun ride and I’m sad it’s over! Twists and turns and unexpected events. I would read this one again. Loved the drama and the audacity of the characters. If you enjoy some drama go read this one! Not my typical read but it was a great break from my norm.

Way to go on your first book Asha! You kept my attention! I was in a tad bit of a slump and this broke that for me. Thank you!!!

Thank you NetGalley and Asha Elias for the opportunity to review this book.