I loved this book, and it’s no surprise since I’m already predisposed to enjoy anything Liane Moriarty writes, especially as an Aussie myself! The story weaves a fascinating exploration of fate versus free will, as a mysterious woman on a flight begins making eerie predictions about the death dates and causes for the passengers around her. These predictions leave the characters, and the readers, grappling with the unsettling possibility that their futures might already be sealed. What follows is a thought-provoking dive into the lives of these individuals as they try to navigate the tension between trying to avoid or accept their fates. The complexity and depth of the characters—particularly the enigmatic Cherry—make for a compelling narrative that had me hooked from start to finish.

While the theme of death looms large, the book is really about life—how we live it, the choices we make, and whether they truly alter our destiny. Moriarty handles these philosophical questions with her signature blend of suspense, empathy, and wit. The alternating timelines, with Cherry's past unraveling alongside the present-day lives of the passengers, creates a perfect balance of intrigue and reflection. The ripple effects of the predictions, as characters wrestle with their futures, make for a deeply engaging read that lingered with me long after I finished. It’s a book that makes you think, feel, and even cry at times, and I couldn’t recommend it more for fans of her earlier works or anyone looking for a story that mixes mystery with profound life lessons.

ps. I bite straight into a monte carlo like an absolute heathen, apparently.

I wasn’t sure what I thought of this one at first, but wow! It really came together for me and I found it engaging and interesting. To me it was a unique and completely different story than we’ve read before. Definitely recommend!

Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty is a book with a very unique premise. What would you do if you were on a flight where an older lady came up to each passenger, one by one, and told them when they would die and how they would die? This book grabbed my attention in the first half, but the second half dragged a little as it kept switching between a lot of different characters and their lives. The author included this quote by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross that I highlighted: "It is only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on Earth that we have no way of knowing when our time is up that we begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it were the only one we had." I enjoyed the thought-provoking premise of this book. Thanks to NetGalley for the free digital review copy. All opinions are my own.

Liane Moriarty has done it again with Here One Moment, delivering a story that is equal parts gripping, emotional, and utterly satisfying. If you're a fan of her signature style.

The character development is one of the strongest aspects of the novel. Each character feels like someone you could meet in real life, with their flaws, secrets, and moments of vulnerability. Moriarty has a way of peeling back the layers of her characters so seamlessly that you feel as though you truly know them, and yet, they still manage to surprise you.

It's is a compelling read that showcases everything readers love about Liane Moriarty. It’s a reminder of why she’s one of the best at what she does. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to her work, this book is a must-read.

Thank you for access to this ARC. Unfortunately I will not be able to read this and give it a proper review. I apologize, and if I have time to properly review it I will return to it.

What are the odds-I read this book during my trip to Sydney, and the setting is on a flight to Sydney!

I enjoyed reading about Ethan and Leo. I wasn’t too fond of Cherry’s story, but overall, this book was super entertaining and had time fly.

Notable lines:

“You’ve been kind of busy . . . raising a beautiful family, working your socks off, saving people’s lives. Don’t buy into this idea that you’ve only truly ‘lived’ if you’ve traveled. As if taking the same photos at the same tourist spots as everyone else is the only thing that counts as living.”

“Look a little closer at the next older lady you meet. You might see that sparkle. Or you might not. Some of us are grumpy and sad. Some of us are in serious pain: our feet, our hips, our shoulders. Some of us are crazed with grief and regret for wrong decisions.”

Thank you to NetGalley for providing an ARC of this book!

Interesting and intriguing start. I was pulled in immediately. I Had a little difficulty keeping up with the different plots as the chapters changed once the initial “reading” occurred.

I was really hooked at the beginning of the book but it quickly fizzled out for me. I thought the concept of the book is cool but it was not executed well. I was very nervous while reading it. I can see that this book could be adapted into a movie and maybe that will be the better option! Thank you for the ARC.

Liane Moriarty is one of my favorite authors. I was so excited for, “Here One Moment” but was left wanting a little something more.

This felt a bit like reading the same 50 pages over and over again. I fear since I’ve read a book with a really similar premise, it really affected my enjoyment. It fell a bit flat and was quite boring for me.

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for this ARC!

I have always been a Liane Moriarty fan- I think I have read all of her books! Was very excited for this one! I enjoyed Here One Moment- it hooked me in from the start! I did find it long but it also kept my attention the whole time. I have been in a horrible reading rut for a lot of 2024 and this book helped to pull me out of it!

This book has already won a bunch of awards and was named a best book of 2024 by Indigo but I will also be suggesting it to everyone I know to read!

4.5 Stars!

Liane Moriarty has never written a book I did not enjoy and this is no exception. I love how Moriarty is always able to include complex characters in her stories and write them in a way that makes you invested in every single one. I enjoyed the overall plot of the story too and I think she is such a great writer when it comes to serious topics presented in a captivating way. I would absolutely recommend this one!

Happy New Year! It’s a new day, new month, new chapter! You’re feeling positive and embracing every mantra that comes your way, but what if a stranger came up to you today and unprovoked, told you when and how you would die? How would that change the rest of your life and those who love you? Can fate be fought?

In the vein of The Immortalists (loved) and The Measure (liked), Moriarty now tackles the questions of destiny versus the choices we make, our belief or disbelief in the supernatural, and how we choose to exist in this one, wondrous life we have.

Here One Moment caught my attention early on. "Cause of death. Age of death..." Don't we all secretly want to know when & how we're going to die.

This book has different points of views based off of the passengers that were on a flight with an "old psychic". Through out the story you want to know & eventually learn who is this woman & are her predictions true.

Liane Moriarty is a talented writer & i enjoy her books.

Thank you NetGalley, the publisher, & the author for voluntarily letting me read this book & give my honest opinion.

She’s back, baby!!! She being one of my all-time favorite living novelists. I couldn’t tap through this one fast enough on my Kindle. After a gypsy-type woman pronounces specific age and cause-of-death predictions to passengers of an airplane, a beautiful story splinters off into multiple POVs, characters, and relationships. Chasing time and toying with fate, these individuals swept me away in this thoughtful, intertwining portrait of questions like: What if we knew how we’d die? Would you want to know? Can the future be altered? This book was an easy five stars for me. The ending wrecked me. It’s long, an investment, not a quick read, but positively fantastic.

This is good! Okay, hear me out. I kept hearing rave reviews everywhere about this one, and when I first started reading it, I honestly could not see what everyone else saw.

It was a little hard to get into. The woman on the plane and the other stories were just not connecting for me. Maybe I was distracted, but I stuck with it and finally saw the light.

The idea of knowing when you're going to die is mind-boggling. Would you want to know? Would you spend your time differently? Would you take more risks if you knew you wouldn't die until old age? There are so many things to consider!

While the beginning was a bit slow, I'm so glad I pushed through! I had great discussions with my husband and adult sons about this book! I love books that make me think!

Here One Moment is a captivating story that I couldn’t put down, and I can totally see it being adapted into a TV series. The way the author weaves together characters from completely different worlds to create a compelling narrative is nothing short of brilliant. The plane is packed to the brim, and while Allegra Patel, the flight attendant, is simply trying to get through her twenty-eighth birthday, the lives of the passengers on board are about to collide in the most unexpected way.

From a man rushing to his daughter’s musical to a mother juggling toddlers, a newlywed couple, a nurse dreaming of traveling the world, and a man grieving his first funeral, the mix of characters adds such rich variety to the story. But it’s the unexpected moment when a woman on the flight stands up and predicts how each person will die that truly changes everything. Her prophecies shake everyone to their core, leading them to question their lives, their choices, and the paths they’re on. How would you live if you knew how your story would end?

Liane Moriarty’s signature wit shines through, as she delves into the complexities of love, family, and the intricacies of modern life. The mix of humor and deep emotional insight makes this book so relatable and thought-provoking. I loved how it made me reflect on my own life choices and the impact of time.

With the twisty plot, multiple characters, and intriguing themes, I’m already imagining how it could translate to the screen. The blend of drama, humor, and the unpredictable nature of fate could make for an addictive series. If you’re a fan of stories that explore what happens when people from different walks of life are thrown together in unexpected circumstances, Here One Moment is a must-read!

An unassuming woman stands up on a short flight and proceeds to tell people when, and how they will die.
While some people do not put much stock in what she says, some do. Some alter their lives completely. But everything changes when people start dying in the manner and time in which she predicted.

I am the kind of reader who likes answers and closure, and I did not get this from this book.
I was left with a lot of questions.

This is a dual timeline, multiple POV book, the flashback story of "death lady" life was not my favourite, I enjoyed the passengers POV a lot more.
I Love this author and enjoy her books, and while I did enjoy this one, this would not be my go to Moriarty recommendation.

A plane full of passenger's lives are changed after one of the passengers shares some unsettling predictions for each of their futures. Overall this was an interesting story of different characters whose lives intertwine in the most unexpected ways. It was tough to follow the many different characters and their backstories, as well as futures but got easier toward the end as they overlapped more and more. Definitely makes you question fate.

I wanted to like this book more than I did. It took me a LONG time to finish it. Very interesting idea and that hooked me, although too many characters and stories.
I want to thank Netgalley for the ARC, and do recommend others who are a fan of Liane Moriarty. This one was just not for me.