Thank you to NetGalley for the advance copy of Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty in exchange for an honest review.

Cherry Lockwood goes into a hypnotic trance on a passenger jet and moves down the aisle, predicting the year and cause of death for all the passengers from very young to very old. When one and then another of her predictions come true, the worried passengers - and ultimately the media - begin a search for the so-called Death Lady.

Told in alternating chapters with Cherry’s story interspersed with those of several of her fellow passengers, Here One Moment explores the question of whether destiny can be changed.

This book had a promising start, but, at least for me, it ended up losing steam as the narrative went on and on (and on). I might have felt differently if the novel had been edited much more tightly, although I did appreciate the ending.

Not the author’s best work. Three stars.

This book was fabulous. I loved the characters and never felt bored at all throughout the book because the story unfolded in such a perfect way. This book will stay with you long after you close the final.

After a passenger on their flight announces people’s times and causes of death, and some of those predictions come true, will others change their paths to avoid their fate? And can they? Told from several passengers’ perspectives, including the supposed “Death lady”. I already can’t wait for someone to make this into a tv show!

This is my favorite book of Liane Moriarty's thus far.

This was incredible, easy to read, book following the lives of multiple different people that are somehow interconnected.

This book follows the passengers of a plane that all had an interaction with a woman who has claimed to know how and when they will die. The passengers are extremely intrigued by this woman... they think it is all a hoax... that is until the first person she predicts will die, dies.

I have been a big fan of Liane’s for years now, following her books & adaptations to screen, but this was unlike anything I’ve ever read before. This book did such an amazing job at emitting all different kinds of emotions while still keeping the reader guessing. The short chapters and multiple POVs were brilliant.

This book opened up my eyes to how to live life & the lack of control we truly have in it.

Also great representation of mental health disorders sprinkled throughout the book, which I love and appreciate.

Thank you netgalley for this ARC!

I was so happy to be chosen to receive an ARC of this book. I was looking forward to sitting outside with some iced coffee and fully losing myself in it.

That didn’t happen. This turned out to be an extremely long book with way too many POVs and a really disappointing ending.

I’ve read most of her books and this one didn’t live up to her usual standards. Too many different POV’s and Cherry’s story was written in a convoluted way. There were time jumps and to be honest, we didn’t need to know all of her story.

I’ll definitely read her next one, but this one just fell short for me.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC, all opinions are my own.

Thank you #Netgalley for the ARC.
If you knew when you were going to die would you change how you live your life? Liane takes the reader on a journey with several individuals. Interesting idea, comes together at the end. For me it was hard to keep track of all the characters and the timeline. If you enjoy Liane Moriarty books and her ability to create stories around a group of characters you will enjoy her newest book.

Liane Moriarty's "Here One Moment" is an engrossing and thought-provoking novel that captures the complexities of human relationships and the impact of fleeting moments on our lives. Known for her keen insight into everyday dynamics, Moriarty once again delivers a story that is both relatable and emotionally resonant.

The book centers around a seemingly ordinary event that ripples through the lives of several characters, each grappling with their own secrets and struggles. Moriarty’s ability to delve into the psyches of her characters is impressive, making them feel authentic and multidimensional. Their interactions are depicted with a delicate balance of humor, tension, and poignancy.

One of the standout features of "Here One Moment" is its exploration of themes like regret, forgiveness, and the passage of time. Moriarty's writing is sharp and engaging, with moments of profound insight that encourage readers to reflect on their own lives. The pacing is well-managed, maintaining a steady build-up of suspense and curiosity.

However, the novel isn't without its flaws. At times, the intertwining plotlines can feel a bit convoluted, and some resolutions may come across as overly convenient. Additionally, while most characters are well-developed, a few secondary ones could have benefited from more depth and nuance.

Despite these minor shortcomings, "Here One Moment" is a captivating read that will keep you hooked from beginning to end. Moriarty's talent for crafting compelling narratives with emotional weight shines through, making this book a worthy addition to her impressive repertoire.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me the chance to preview Here One Moment by Liana Moriarty. It took me a while to connect with this story, but I am so happy I stuck it out. I ended up falling in love with many of the characters and became highly invested in their individual journeys. I also shed a few tears at the end.

Sometimes stories with so many characters are tough to follow, but Moriarty is skilled at developing her characters and giving them unique voices. Each of her characters feels like a real person with flaws and complicated lives below the surface. You really get to know their interior selves as they navigate life after encountering "The Death Lady" on a fateful flight.

Overall, I highly recommend Here One Moment to anyone who enjoys character driven stories, particularly those with complex female characters.

Thank you to Crown Publishing for the gifted copy!

This book is an absolute masterpiece from page 1. I was immediately hooked and did not want to put it down. It is the highest of praise when I say this book did not feel <i>at all</i> like it was almost 500 pages.

Moriarty is back with a vengeance with Here One Moment, it is a master class in writing. This will be in my top 5 of 2024 without question. It will be on bookshelves in the US on September 10.

I really enjoy Liane Moriarty's stories. She captures the essences of her characters so beautifully, presenting quirks and foibles as part and parcel of what it means to be human and live in this complicated world. Add that to her knack for crafting original and clever plot lines that are familiar yet also just to the left of what you expect, and the result is wonderful entertainment that feels engaging and fresh and thoughtful at the same time. There's magic here, but it's not the magic you expect when you first start reading - and that, to me, is the most marvelous element of a Moriarty story. She tugs on your heartstrings, but not in predictable ways - and it's that very unpredictability that keeps me reading. The setup here is brilliant and so evocative, and the way it plays out takes you on a winding twisting path of never knowing quite what's coming next. It makes for a delightful read!

Imagine if you were told the exact cause of death and at what age it would happen. Would you go about life differently? Would knowing that information effect the chooses you made?

In Here One Moment, Liane Moriarty , takes us on a wild ride. A plane ride changes passengers lives forever when one passenger begins to give everyone a prediction of how and when they will die. Was she right? Is she in fact a credible fortune teller? Things get real when her predictions start coming true.

A great story. Humorous, thought provoking, and compelling. I didn't know how it would end but was pleasantly surprised.

Thank you to Crown Publishing and Netgalley for an ARC.

"Here One Moment" by Liane Moriarty is another captivating addition to her impressive body of work. True to her style, Moriarty crafts a compelling narrative with a rich cast of well-developed characters. Each character feels distinct and fully realized, making the reader invested invested in the storyline.

The book is engaging from start to finish, filled with Moriarty's signature blend of wit, drama, and emotional depth. As always, her ability to weave multiple perspectives into a cohesive and thrilling plot keeps the reader hooked. Fans of her previous works will not be disappointed, as "Here One Moment" delivers the same high-quality storytelling that Moriarty is known for.

Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-written, character-driven story. Moriarty has once again proven her talent for creating engrossing and memorable novels.

Pulled into the lives of many characters, the essence of all is their frailty in life. Love, loss, friendships, and challenges all circle round this story. As usual, Moriarity has a way of making the reader feel fully invested in her characters. So much rings true of life and her words bring the points home time and time again.

Can fate be fought? That’s the question with this novel. I really liked this and couldn’t stop reading.

4.9⭐️

I’m a big fan of Liane Moriarty’s writing and this one did not disappoint. Elderly woman on a plane tells passengers when she expects they will die and at what age. Chapters alternate between the “Death Lady” and a select few passengers. Enjoyed all of the characters and could not get enough. Not a full five stars because the ending fell a bit flat. Regardless, I really, really enjoyed this and would definitely recommend.


A VERY big thank you to the author, Crown Publishing, and NetGalley for a digital copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

The short flight from Hobart to Sidney wasn’t meant to be anything spectacular, but when an older tiny woman, begins to walk the isles setting out the fates of the passengers they collectively didn’t know whether to laugh or cry. “The Death Lady” as she became known strolled through the cabin and relayed to each person the age and cause of their death. Some people laughed with aplomb - Old Age, 103! - while others that will apparently expire at any moment in a tragic accident became extremely distraught. Since people naturally find comfort in numbers a handful of these people reconnect after the flight to determine who this fortune teller was and why would she randomly set out all of these predictions. When a few deaths become reality a social media page is created and the race in on to find this woman called Cherry and change fate before they are added to the growing list. In her easy, breezy Australian style, author Liane Moriarty gives the reader a peek into each of their lives and Cherry’s mysterious past. Although most believe - what will be, will be - the small changes they make in their daily lives to avoid her terrifying predictions can eventually affect the outcome - chaos theory, butterfly effect etc. This fascinating saga is filled with both statistical consequences and the mystery of life. Although this novel is possibly a bit too long and at times confusing with the many points of view (you just have to roll with it!) it comes together nicely and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

This was pretty slow-going for me but I really enjoyed it by the end. My favorite thing about Moriarty’s books is the characters and all their connections. The plot is almost irrelevant to me. I don’t think this quite had the charm that her earlier books had, but I still liked it.

But I didn’t get invested until at least half way through. Because of the way it switched back and forth so often, I sometimes had a hard time keeping track of the characters or of cherry’s storyline in general.

On a routine flight, a passenger wends her way down the aisle. She is not just stretching her legs or going to the lavatory. She speaks with each person in the cabin, flight crew and passenger alike. People enjoy the parlor trick her "predictions" about how and when they'll die, until someone receives a prediction of a violent death. The passengers and crew all go their separate ways, and most forget the encounter. Then, the strange woman's predictions begin to come true. Fans of psychological suspense will enjoy this intricately woven tapestry of suspense and mystery.

Thank you NetGalley and Crown Publishing for this advance copy.
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Moriarty’s newest book begins on an airplane where a woman tells every passenger their cause and age of death whether they want to hear it or not. Is she a psychic? Is she crazy? The rest of the story follows the passengers on the plane as they deal with life after their “predictions” and also alternates with the life story of the alleged psychic. This whole set up created a huge sense of urgency and intrigue for me as the reader, making this quite the page turner for most of the book (although it slowed a bit in the second half). There is a large cast of characters here, but once I got into the story it was not a problem. Overall, I enjoyed this one even though the ending felt a little messy.

Passengers on a flight between Hobart and Sydney are given predictions of their cause of death and age of death by an older passenger, who afterwards doesn't remember doing it. When people begin to die, several passengers hunt for her in the hopes of changing their own futures.

An interesting story that focuses on the question of whether knowing your future can help you change it.

I was glued to the story.