Here One Moment is quintessential Moriarty: imaginative, compassionate, and subtly unsettling. It challenges readers to reflect on mortality—not to scare, but to remind us how every breath, every connection, every unexpected prediction, could shape our lives. Whether read or listened to, it sticks with you long after disembarking.

I'm a Liane Moriarty fan, but this book just didn't hit the mark for me. I really didn't enjoy the writing style of this one and trying to keep up with the number of characters this book was about. I love Moriarty's style in other books, but this change just didn't do it for me. I think the plot was a good one, but could have been written in a different way.

I can NEVER go wrong with a liane moriarty book! This one was great and a wonderful summer read. I did not see the twists and turns and enjoyed all the POV's. Her character development is top tier! I will be recommending this to my book club for our next discussion! Thank you for the ARC!

Hey — another book I’ve been snoozing for ages every time it arrives from the library… and it’s one I had as an ARC! Why didn’t I read it til now? The same reason I always give: It’s over 400 pages long. 505 pages? Not until you catch me when I wake up at 5 AM and there’s a notification that it’s available and I haven’t started anything new yet so OK FINE I will read you now.

Meanwhile, the story is right up my street — a woman on a flight walks down the aisle and tells each passenger how they will die and at what age. I love that kind of shit.

So yeah, I’m pissed I put off reading it this long. Then again, waking up too early on a Thursday meant I could really get sucked into this thing for a while. So perhaps the timing was perfect.

It was great. Just shy of 5 stars, honestly. It was a long book that felt long (but in a good way) but then wrapped up too quickly.

It reminded me of a John Marrs, with all the kind-of-connected characters to keep track of, with 1000 short chapters. Not to mention the mindfuck aspect of ‘Is this bitch telling the truth? Am I going to die this year?”

Man, I WISH someone could tell me when/how I die. Would make saving for retirement - or the lack thereof - so much easier. This book was weirdly paired with a non-fiction book about ‘dying with zero’ and living life to the fullest while you are still healthy enough to do so and so, yeah, I’m now spiraling into planning a trip to Japan in 2026.

This is definitely the Ultimate Book Club Book and I highly recommend when you’re in the mood for such a thing.

Would you change the course of your life if your death was predicted? I suppose the answer to that question lies in whether you believe the prediction.

On a passenger flight from Hobart to Sydney, a woman begins making death predictions, for each and every passenger and airline employee. At first, everyone makes light of it, thinking it’s a joke, but as a few predictions are only a few months away, tension mounts.

From then on we follow the lives and times of those whose death dates have been predicted, and that of Cherry Smith, the woman responsible for it all.

A taut, tense, thriller that kept me entertained.

Thank you to NetGalley for the arc.

Amazing read! Couldn’t put it down! I loved all of the connections between the passengers and characters! In awe of the author’s craft and gift to weave together this story!

Cherry was the most wonderful narrator as she shared her past and the events that led up to that fateful day on a plane where she predicted the deaths of every passenger. While there were many storylines, I never felt lost or unsure of who was currently the lead character. It was enlightening to see how some embraced their prediction and lived life to the fullest, while others lived in fear. A thought provoking book to get you thinking about what you would do if you knew the exact age you were going to die.

Okay, I'll admit: the synopsis for Liane Moriarty's Here One Moment initially threw me. It sounded a bit wild, even for her. But as a huge fan, I dove in, and I'm so glad I did!
This book is a fantastic example of why you should trust Moriarty's unique style. What seems like an unconventional plot on paper totally works on the page. She takes this unusual premise and grounds it with her signature blend of sharp wit, keen observations about human nature, and deeply relatable characters. You get pulled into their lives, secrets, and anxieties just like in her other books. Despite that initial "hmm?" factor, the story unfolds beautifully, becoming incredibly engaging and quite profound. Don't let the synopsis deter you—this is a Liane Moriarty gem you won't want to miss.

Liane Moriarty has done it again! She has become an auto-buy author for me, and for great reason. Once I got started, I just could not stop turning the pages until I figured out what exactly was going on. Her characters are multi-dimensional and sympathetic, and the pace is perfect, as usual. Way to go! Another WINNER!

I really liked this book. I have enjoyed all of the books by Liane Moriarty that I have read. This one is currently my 2nd favorite of her books! I could not put it down once I started it.

In my buddy read, I’m the odd ball out with this one. I want to preface that I love Liane Moriarty and every book of hers I’ve read until this one.

I didn’t enjoy this book. It being genred as a thriller is poor marketing. There wasn’t a thrilling part of this book. I really enjoyed the beginning and the plot but then felt it didn’t go anywhere. The message of “live your life everyday” wasn’t big until the end. And it felt quick and forced. I really didn’t like the Death Lady and her backstory. I’m not sure it fit with the story. I was really hoping for more on this one. Had I not read this as part of a buddy read, I would have DNFed it.

Rating: 2.5 stars rounded up to 3

As a longtime Liane Moriarty reader, I was overjoyed to get a copy of HERE ONE MOMENT in exchange for my honest review.

HERE ONE MOMENT tells the story of an unforgettable flight, during which a woman predicts that ages of and causes of death in all her fellow passengers. What follows is an emotional, compelling story of the lives she impacts and what brought her to make such bold claims.

I loved this story - rich with Moriarty's delightful voice, beautiful writing, and compelling characters - and I'd highly recommend it to anyone, Fans of her other work will particularly appreciate this story!

I received this book as an ARC from NetGalley.

It is a regular day, there is a slight delay at the airport, but the short flight in Australia will leave its mark on everyone who was on it. A regular looking elderly lady is aboard the flight. During the flight, she stands up, and calmly starts going through the airplane, row by row, pointing at each passenger and predicting their date of death and manner of death. Imagine the shock of being told that your son will die at age 7 by drowning, that your newlywed husband will murder you, or that you will die at age 103 from natural causes.

The flight ends, the passenger gets off and life goes on. That is until one of the passengers dies, as predicted. Then two more die, now everyone is trying to find the mystery woman to find out why she did this. Is she truly psychic?

What if you knew when you would die and the manner - would you change things or let fate take its course? This novel delves into these topics and more about life, love, and the human experiment.

This book started out slow for me. It didnt really grab my attention until about 40% of the way in.
I love how Liane Moriarty ties so many characters together. It can be a bit confusing when the chapters don't have a heading differentiating which character is speaking, but overall I enjoyed the story.
I'd rate it as 3.5 stars, but will round it up to 4.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this ARC

On a flight from Tasmania to Sydney, a woman stands up and starts to predict age and manner of death for all the passengers. People are a little freaked out but don't think too much of it until someone dies the exact way predicted at the correct age. When two more die, others start freaking out and trying to figure out how to live their life in a way to prevent this.

I liked this one! It is not my favorite by Moriarty, but I thought it read pretty quick and I definitely wanted to know the story behind the "death lady." The ultimate reasoning/ending was a little underwhelming I'd say, but not so much that it made me regret reading it or dislike the book. It just never really felt like a denouement or anything like that. If you like Moriarty's writing though, you will enjoy this one too!

I received my copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

Here One Moment keeps the adrenaline pumping with a sharp, unpredictable plot that twists at every turn. The characters are vividly drawn, their struggles making the stakes feel deeply personal. The tension builds steadily, making it impossible to put down. A masterfully crafted story that delivers both heart-stopping suspense and emotional depth.

I usually enjoy everything Liane Moriarty writes, but this one not so much. The story has an interesting premise, but the story just didn’t hold my interest. It felt a bit long and repetitive, and there were too many characters to keep up with. I didn’t not enjoy this one, but I loved Little Big Lies, The Husband’s Secret, What Alice Forgot, and many more- so I will definately read her next novel!

In a story that is begging to be made into a limited series, Moriarty delivers a humorous, hopeful, and reaffirming look at the ways in which our lives are impacted by strangers, and what we learn along the way. A wide cast of characters narrate this compelling and inventive novel that asks questions about fate, life, and death. Moriarty's trademark wit and humor are on display, and she manages to deftly thread the needle of a plot that could seem preposterous in a lesser writer's hands. Excellent on audiobook, this one will be a hit with book clubs.

This is one of Liane's best books in years. I could not figure out if the main character was a clairvoyant or what. And I love her ability to create a host of characters that play out like an ensemble cast in a TV show. It's why her books make such great miniseries. I was invested in every person and the genius of how Moriarty brought them all together.

What would you do if you knew the exact date of your death? This is the predicament faced by a group of travelers on a plane when
an elderly woman starts predicting their deaths. Initially dismissed as a hoax, the accuracy of her predictions leaves the passengers questioning their fate. As the predictions start coming true, the travelers begin to make changes in their lives to avoid their predicted deaths. The story delves into the consequences of these changes for each character.

Initially, I found the book challenging to follow due to the numerous characters and slow pace. However, the intriguing premise kept me engaged, especially as the predictions started coming true. The question of whether the psychic, Cherry, is genuine or if it's all coincidence adds a layer of suspense to the narrative. The book prompts readers to reflect on the concept of fate and the choices we make in life.

While not my usual genre, the plot kept me hooked, earning three stars for the engaging story and pacing, with an additional star for the introspection it inspired after finishing the book.
I would recommend this book to readers who enjoy thought-provoking stories that delve into themes of destiny and self-examination.

Thanks to Netgalley & the publisher for a copy of Here One Moment in exchange for my honest review