I loved this book and wish it were longer! I’ve read everything by Liane Moriarty and this is my new favorite. The premise of the book, foretold deaths, is a heavy topic, but it is told in such an artful and enjoyable way. Moriarty has a gift for balancing heavy topics with a light and intelligent writing style, and I don’t know who else could have executed this idea so well. I felt entertained and wanting more during this entire read, and I left with some valuable life lessons. I highly recommend this one!

This is a great book! It held my interest the entire time and kept me guessing until the end. Highly recommended for general fiction readers!

I loved this book! It was so unique, I haven’t read a book with this type of storyline or ending before and I truly enjoyed it start to finish. The book centers around an incident on a plane ride where a woman walks down the aisle and points to other flyers and says “cause of death, age of death”. As you can imagine that could be pretty terrifying or calming depending on the news to each individual. The story weaves through the lives of Cherry and other flyers as they go home and process what they have heard. 10 out of 10 for me!

I really wanted to like this book, I've loved pretty much everything else I've read by Liane Moriarty. But this one just didn't do it for me... it felt really slow and it was difficult to keep track of all the different characters and their stories. I felt the ending fell extremely flat as well. I'm definitely disappointed.

A Delightful Surprise!

When I first encountered the premise of this book, I was skeptical. It sounded a bit canned or cliché. However, Liane Moriarty managed to take what seemed like a conventional setup and transform it into something I truly loved.

This book was funny, fierce, and unpredictable, capturing the essence of what it means to be human. Moriarty deftly balanced the lighthearted moments with the heavy ones, creating a narrative that was both entertaining and thought-provoking. Her character development was spot on – not too much, not too little. Each character felt real and relatable, their journeys resonating deeply without becoming overly sentimental.

I loved how Moriarty wove together multiple storylines. The alternating voices kept me on my toes, yet I never felt lost. This intricate tapestry of narratives was perfectly executed, making the story both engaging and easy to follow. The author's exploration of how we manage our fears and navigate the timelines of our lives was reflective and insightful, yet it never veered saccharine. She handled these themes with a deft touch, offering wisdom without preaching.

While I've had mixed experiences with Moriarty's books in the past, this one was a true delight. It exceeded my expectations in every way, and I found myself savoring each page. If you're looking for a book that is both entertaining and deeply human, I highly recommend giving this one a try.

And a big thank you to Crown Publishing for gifting me an ARC copy of this book.

Reviewed for NetGalley:

Told from the multiple perspectives, passengers on a domestic flight, all encounter the "Death Lady," who gives out death predictions, down to the age and method, to her fellow passengers.

After the flight lands, however, it is after some of these predictions come true, that everyone's mind is reeling.

I enjoyed the concept, but the multitude of characters easily lost me along the way.

Liane Moriarty has done it again with her latest novel, "Here One Moment." This five-star read is a testament to Moriarty's unparalleled ability to captivate and intrigue her audience, weaving an intricate web of characters and events that leaves you questioning reality and destiny.

The premise of "Here One Moment" is as extraordinary as it is thought-provoking. An ordinary domestic flight takes an unexpected turn when passengers learn how and when they are going to die. The news is met with a mix of reactions—some laugh at their distant demise, while others face the chilling reality of an imminent end. The mysterious "Death Lady," who delivers these prophecies, becomes the focal point of this fascinating tale.

Moriarty’s pacing is fabulous, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat from start to finish. The narrative flows seamlessly, with each chapter adding depth and intrigue to the story. The characters are masterfully crafted, each with their own unique reactions and coping mechanisms to their predicted deaths. From the bride and groom to the jittery famous woman, to the giant Hemsworth-esque guy and the frazzled flight attendant, every character is intriguing and richly developed.

What stands out most is Moriarty’s ability to connect these diverse characters in an intricate web that is both astounding and believable. The way their lives intersect and impact each other is a testament to her storytelling prowess. This interconnectedness adds layers to the narrative, making it even more engaging and thought-provoking.

One of the highlights of the book is the lingering ambiguity about what to believe. Even after turning the last page, I am still not sure what is real and what is not, and I absolutely love that feeling. Moriarty brilliantly explores the concept of destiny and the extent to which our choices influence our fate. The novel delves into various schools of thought on whether destiny can be impacted or controlled by our actions, encouraging readers to reflect on their own lives and decisions.

"Here One Moment" is a powerful reminder that while we may not control our ultimate fate, we can control the choices we make along the way. It is a thought-provoking, heart-wrenching, and beautifully written book that challenges readers to think deeply about life, death, and the spaces in between.

In conclusion, "Here One Moment" is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a well-crafted, deeply engaging story. Liane Moriarty has once again proven why she is a master of her craft, delivering a novel that is both entertaining and profoundly impactful. Loved it overall!

Coming September 2024! If you were told how and when your life was going to end, what would you do? This is the main idea behind Here One Moment. I’ve read all of Liane Moriarty’s novels (minus The Last Anniversary) and this one would probably rank somewhere in the middle for me. There were about 8 main characters you needed to remember, as each short chapter jumps to a different story. It was entertaining enough, but it just didn’t do it for me. The Measure by Nikki Erlick has a very similar theme, but I feel is executed much better.

Wow! How these peoples lives were changed by their prediction of how and when they would die! Cherry won me over by the end of the novel! I will continue to think about these characters even after reading the book. How the predictions made them more aware of their health and relationships and improved their lives for the better! Highly recommend!

If you think about it, we will all be here one moment, gone the next. Passengers on a plane are forced to think about this when a fellow passenger starts telling them when they will die and how. No one truly believes what she says…or do they? Narratives are alternated between the so-called psychic and the other passengers. Some of the passengers are convinced the woman can see the future and predict their fates. Some are sure she’s a fake. But all of them can’t help thinking about it. Especially when people start dying. I highly recommend Here One Moment by Liane Moriarty. It will entertain you, but mostly, it will make you think.

I absolutely loved this book! Initially, I found it interesting and was into it by the halfway mark, but the ending, especially how Cherry's story unfolded, was simply amazing.

Having read everything Liane Moriarty has written, I think this might be my favorite of hers. The premise is intriguing: a woman on a plane stands up mid-flight and announces each passenger's age of death and cause of death. At first dismissed as crazy, some of her predictions unexpectedly start coming true.

What I particularly enjoyed were the multiple points of view throughout the book and how all the storylines seamlessly wove together. There are similarities to Nikki Erlich's The Measure, another book I loved, were noticeable, yet both were distinct enough to stand out on their own.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced reader copy of this book.

What would you do if you were told when and how you were going to die? This book starts out with a older woman predicting the age and cause of death for an entire flight of passengers. Most passengers think she's crazy, but as a few death predictions start coming true, panic sets in for those whose predicted death is upcoming.
The book tells the story of Cherry, the "death lady", and many of the passengers. It was a slow burn which I had a hard time getting into. With that said, it kept me reading. I wanted to find out what was going to happen since the book had such an interesting premise. This was not my favorite Liane Moriarty book but had a good message. Thank you Netgalley for the ARC!

I'm a huge Liane Moriarty fan, and this book did not disappoint. It always astonishes me how well she intertwines storylines, characters and details. A flight full of passengers received their age of death and cause of death by a strange lady (Cherry) while they are thousands of feet in the air. To some, this is something to laugh about. To others, their age of death is just around the corner. Things start to become even stranger when 3 passenger predictions come true within a few months. This puts many passengers (and their families) in panic mode.

Cherry Lockwood: the "psychic" - the "crazy lady" - "God?" - Learning about Cherry's childhood, being the daughter of Madam Mae, was very intriguing. Her history made you really understand why she was the way she was today.

I would think that everyone would be able to relate to at least one of these characters. There's a workaholic dad whose wife is trying her best to make him quit his job since he is supposed to die from a work-related accident. There's a young mother who was told her infant son would die at age 7 from drowning - this triggers her OCD into thinking she can put him in as many swimming lessons as possible to reverse this prediction. There's a 30 year old man who is grieving his best friend. There's a young bride who was told she would die from her significant other (she literally was on the plane returning from her honeymoon). The flight attendant was told she would die from suicide. There is a lot of emotions throughout this entire book. It puts you in a whirlwind.

This book really makes you think about how you want to live your life, especially if you have limited days left. Again, the book surprised me with how some of these storylines inter-connect. I also loved how short the chapters were overall - it really made the book fly.

Thank you to NetGalley and Crown Publishing for letting me read this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Exploring the fascinating idea of knowing your future, I came to love the cast of people from that fateful flight. Moriarty skillfully develops each character and ties everyone together in a way that keeps you entertained. A truly enjoyable read.

I will say I did like the book. Thought it was a little drawn out at times but was pretty happy with it over all. I was hoping that cherry on the plane wasn't accurate in making all the predictions. Over all I would buy the book and recommend it to friends

This was one of my favorite Liane Moriarty books. Such a unique concept and great story about grief and coming to terms with your own mortality. Loved it

I enjoyed this title. It started off really strong and different than anything I ever read. The middle fell a little flat but I enjoyed the twist of everyone taking more control of their own destiny.

Here One Moment is another compelling, quirky and page-turner of a novel by Liane Moriarty. With her typical blend of humor and pathos, Moriarty examines the delicate balance between free will and destiny. This well constructed narrative probes the all too human struggle for certainty in an out of control world. At times it feels like there cannot possibly be a satisfying resolution, yet the book concludes in an all too believable scenario.

This is a pretty typical Liane Moriarty book. I haven't read all of her books, but this one seems to be written in the vein of Nine Perfect Strangers and The Hypnotist's Love Story. It was pretty good, and very easy reading. On a short, regular flight from Hobart, Tasmania to Sydney, Australia a woman begins predicting the passengers cause of death and how old they will be when it happens. Naturally, this causes a great deal of unrest, and the story follows a handful of these passengers as they deal with what the prediction of their death means. Their stories are interspersed with Cherry, the predictor of the deaths, whose life story unravels as she reveals what she was even doing on that plane in the first place.

This is a good, quick read, and would reveal questions about fate and how changeable it could be in book club discussions. I personally would have liked to have the epilogue extended a little bit, as there were quite a few characters I would have liked to see a future glimpse of.

Wow....just, wow...

This is probably my favorite Liane Moriarty book to date. When Cherry Lockwood boards a plane, she experiences a 'mental health crisis' and predicts all of the passengers cause of death and age of death. When her predictions begin to come true, the passengers begin to worry and you learn if 'fate can be fought.' This book deals with a lot of death, dying and grief but manages to remain enjoyable, and even light-hearted, in places.

I highly recommend reading this book!