Jojo Moyes has such a gift for writing stories that are deeply human—funny, messy, emotional, and full of heart, and We All Live Here might be one of her most heartwarming yet.

After a string of personal disasters (death, divorce, and plumbing issues, to name a few), Lila Kennedy is trying to hold her life, and her home together. But with her teenage daughter, her fitness-obsessed stepfather, an ex who won’t leave, and a surprise visit from her estranged movie-star dad, things quickly spiral from chaotic to completely unhinged... in the most beautiful way.

What I loved most is how Moyes writes about family and not the perfect kind, but the kind that stumbles, argues, and still shows up when it matters. Each character felt real and flawed and lovable. Lila is a brilliant, resilient protagonist you can’t help but root for, and Celie (her daughter) adds a sharp, honest, and sometimes heartbreaking voice that brings real depth to the story.

It’s laugh-out-loud funny in places, tender in others, and full of little emotional gut punches that sneak up on you. Moyes blends wit and warmth so effortlessly, and it’s a book that reminds you how healing can come in the most unexpected ways.

Fans of The Giver of Stars or Me Before You will feel right at home here. If you love stories about rebuilding, redefining family, and finding joy in the chaos, don’t miss this one.

The entire family quite literally "lives here" in this sweet story about different generations and outlasting the highs and the lows with the ones you lost most. A really sweet family-centered drama.

Love JoJo and was SO looking forward to this one, but it followed a similar storyline and tropes to another romance released at nearly the same time, which unfortunately I read first! This has sold well for us and I’ll continue to read anything she writes!

A beautiful story about love and family, Jojo Moyes continues to be one of my auto-buy authors.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

We All Live Here is the second book that I have read by Jojo Moyes. I loved Someone Else’s Shoes! Because of that, I had high hopes for We All Live Here. Unfortunately, it didn’t live up to my expectations. I did like the book, but I expected to love it.

This is the story of a woman and her complicated family relationships. The characters are well developed. There are funny parts and serious parts. The story is a bit slow at times – especially in the beginning. Overall, I enjoyed it. I look forward to reading more books by Jojo Moyes.

Thank you to Netgalley and to the publisher for providing me with an advanced review copy in exchange for an honest review.

This book started off slightly slow. The author did a great job of setting up the stage and developing the characters. While reading, I could picture each character perfectly in my mind. I could see how the story was taking place and be able to determine what the next steps would be.

This is another emotional and moving book by Moyes, although a bit of a slow burn. Slow burns aren't my favorite as I tend to prefer a faster pace, but love the feelings I felt while reading it.

We All Live Here is classic Jojo Moyes in a lot of ways—funny, heartfelt, and full of messy family dynamics—but this one didn’t fully land for me. Lila is juggling a lot: her ex-husband has moved on (and gotten someone else pregnant), her stepdad has kind of just...moved in, and now her long-lost biological father shows up out of the blue. Oh, and the two dads hate each other. Naturally.
There are sweet, relatable moments, and Moyes does a nice job showing how complicated family can be. But with so many moving parts, some characters and storylines felt underdeveloped. It’s still a comforting read, just not one that stuck with me long after finishing.

An awesome book by one of my favorite authors. A wonderfully satisfying family story. I love how absolutely real and believable her characters are.

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Publishing for the ARC. JoJo Moyes is the writer you know you are going to get great character development from. In We All Live Here, she didn't disappoint. It's the story of Lila who's husband Dan has divorced her and married a younger woman. This woman has a child that attends the same school as Violet, Lila and Dan's daughter, along with Cellie. At the school during pick up, Lila finds out the new wife is pregnant. On top of that, her mom had passed away previously and her step-dad has moved in, bit by bit, to help Lila with her kids. Fast forward, a man named Gene arrives one day, and we learn he is Lila's biological father. He barely paid attention to Lila when she was younger so she is not happy to see him. On top of that, the two dads don't really like each other.

I found the first 3/4 of this dragged and not all that interesting. I learned about the characters, but there didn't seem to be much of a plot, in my opinion. As I got to the end of the book, it got more enjoyable and the ending was wrapped up nicely.

Another wonderful read from Moyes. Pulled me right in and held me until the end. I really enjoyed the style of the book as much as I did the story itself.

I started out thinking this wasn’t my kind of book and ended up really liking it. The story is set in London but the characters are universal. The book is serious and humorous at the same time. There is teenage angst, self-discovery, hurt, bullying, kindness, aging, growth and personal accountability. In the end, everyone survives and comes out a better person.

Jojo Moyes always does a fantastic job of bringing emotion and thoughtful perspectives to her books. This one is another hit and great read. With a lot of heart, she takes you on a beautiful journey of self-discovery and discovering you can forgive and move on from ones past.

This book started out slow and I laid it down several times. It started to grab me about 1/3 of the way into the story. Blended families and relatives moving in are always a good recipe for books. Lila is divorced, has two daughters . Her stepfather has moved in and her estranged father has showed up and is seeking forgiveness, Lots of characters for this book too cover but Jojo does it well.

Jojo Moyes has always had a way of writing characters who feel like real people, and We All Live Here is no exception. I really connected with Lila — a newly single mom trying to hold it all together in a crumbling old house, juggling kids, grief, and an estranged father who suddenly reappears. Her story felt honest and a little messy in the best way.
What I loved most was how Moyes blended humor with emotional depth. There were moments that made me laugh out loud, and others that hit surprisingly hard. The family dynamics — especially between Lila and her daughters — were so believable and full of heart.
The pace is a bit slow at times, but for me, that just allowed the relationships and emotions to really sink in. It’s a warm, reflective read about second chances, complicated families, and figuring out what “home” really means. I didn’t want it to end.

We All Live Here is a heartfelt family drama filled with complex, well-drawn characters—the kind you initially love to hate, but who gradually grow on you as the story unfolds. While I found that the pacing lagged at times and it didn’t grip me quite as much as some of Jojo Moyes’ other works, it was still a worthwhile and enjoyable read. Fans of character-driven narratives and emotional family dynamics will likely appreciate the depth and nuance Moyes brings to this novel.

Lila writes a book about the longevity of her marriage. As the book is being published her husband leaves her for another women. Unfortunately, the women he leaves her for also has a child that goes to their girls' school. Which equals uncomfortable school pickup. Turns out the women is pregnant with her ex-husband's child.

Lila's publisher is breathing down her neck to write a book about getting back into the saddle again after divorce. But life takes turns she wasn't expecting. Her biological father shows up looking for a place to stay. Which is awkward because after her mother passed away her step-dad moved in to help take care of her girls.

This book is about making mistakes, learning who you are, standing up for yourself and families.

Jojo Moyes does no wrong in my book! This was fabulous, and I will not hesitate to recommend We All Live Here to any number of library patrons.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advance ecopy of this title. Lila lives with her 2 daughters and step-father in the wake of her divorce, and the death of her mother. Lila's step-father is still grieving, and Lila is struggling with her husband's betrayal. When the doorbell rings, the least-expected guest is on the doorstep- her wayward father who abandoned Lila and her mother years ago to pursue a career in Hollywood. Tension ensues between her father and step-father, Lila is trying to navigate jump-starting her career, and moving on from her marriage. She also meets a potential love interest, and manages to blow the relationship up before it can even begin. Can't we just all get along!?!?

Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

4 STARS

We All Live Here is a compelling family drama that pulls you in from the first page. The story moves quickly, making it an easy and enjoyable read. The characters were relatable, you can’t help but root for them as they navigate their personal struggles.