We All Live Here is the first book by JoJo Moyes I have read. I have heard a lot about this author and was glad I got a chance to read one.
I read it and it took me a while to get vested in the book. I enjoyed the story of how it weaves the family dynamics into a story that will stay with me for some time after reading the book.
Thank you NetGalley, JoJo Moyes and Penguin Group for the ARC of We All Live Here.
This is personal honest opinion.

Slow to start, yet eventually a nice blended family tale. For the most part, Lila is an interesting and complex central character experiencing a midlife journey of self-discovery amidst a sea of personal and professional drama. At the beginning it felt like there was too much going on, especially once Gene entered the picture, but it settled into a nice albeit slower-paced groove. While the romantic storylines were fine, Moyes could have easily eliminated one of Lila's options since it was clear from the start which of these men was the better option and the other existed so separate from everything else, plus there were plenty of obstacles to their relationship that a third party was unncessary. I also found it an odd choice to include only a handful of chapters from Celie's point of view as well as a late one from yet another character; although Celie's perspective helps several of the threads come together in the end, I wanted to understand her better and these brief glimpses into her head weren't enough. Even though this ended up being pretty good, it definitely has some kinks that could have been ironed out and doesn't quite measure up to Moyes' best work.

I was really looking forward to “We All Live Here” by Jojo Moyes as I have previously enjoyed several of her books. For some reason I couldn’t get into it and put it down at 15%. I didn’t relate to the characters and felt the plot was moving too slow. I’m sure I’m in the minority here and I hope others enjoy it!

Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Group Viking Penguin for sending this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

4.5 stars! Jojo Moyes is one of my favorite authors, and this book was a good one. I was completely drawn into the story and I stayed up until 2 am because I couldn't put it down. This is very much a character driven novel, and I loved how my feelings changed for each one as the story progressed. The main character is dealing with some very hard things, but you laugh a lot throughout the story. Actually you go through all the feels! Lots of laughter, some sadness, some outrage, and some heartwarming feels, as the people in her life show up to support her, and you fall in love with her family and friends. At the end of the book I felt happy, and I loved the bit of romance too.

I loved the tone of this book. Lila has a lot going on in in her life. Her husband has left her for a younger woman, and Lila sees her every day as she pikes up her own daughter from school. Her mother died in an unforeseen tragedy and her step-father is living with she and her girls as they all try to piece their lives back together. Enter her estranged birth-father, the pregnancy of her husbands mistress, and Lila's own inability to overcome her writers block. It's a sad sweet blending of the lives of all the people in Lila's life, and she tells their stories as they wind in and out of her own. It's the story of every day living, finding our way back to ourselves when we are left holding the pieces of our shattered lives.

Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this quirky, fun, sad, sweet story.

This book was very character driven in a slice of life way. The pacing was slow, but the laughter and tears were definitely there.

I love Jojo Moyes' books, and this one was no different. It was a character-driven story about Lila and her family, and all of their messy, complicated relationships with each other. I really enjoyed learning about each character and really felt like they were well-drawn characters. I cared what happened to them, and recommend the book to those who like family drama and well established characters.

Thank you to netgalley for the e-book arc of We All Live Here by Jojo Moyes. I was a huge fan of her books a few years back and felt so blessed to have had the opportunity to read and review another book by her.

This book was a bit slow for me to get into. If you love a messy divorce story where the man gets another woman pregnant shortly after leaving her, this book might be right up your ally.

I thought that the characters in this book were quirky. You got to see a newly single mom try to figure out life with her two daughters, step father and biological father. The amount of chaos was unmatched and so fun to read. I loved the banter. Gene was the perfect comedy relief in a story that is so serious. The amount of times I cracked up because of him is too many to count.

I loved that the author showed a family with cracks in their foundation. Losing your normalcy is anything but easy and I felt the book portrayed that very well. I love watching Lila try to put herself back out there. Seeing her mess up time and time again while trying not to lose her sh!t. Her relationship with her best friend is seriously friendship goals. I loved it.

I recommend this book if you love family drama, chaos, fun banter, and just learning to grow after a big loss.

I fell in love with Jojo Moyes' writing with Me Before You so I was honored to be able to get an early read copy of her latest novel. What a beautiful story! I cried, laughed, and raged along with the characters and it was such a treat to read over a long holiday weekend. Once I got started, I couldn't put it down.

It’s been a while since I read a Jojo Moyes book and her newest book, We All Live Here, did not disappoint. It’s a character driven novel about a middle-aged, newly divorced, mom of two who is struggling to keep her life together and find a new normal. Her mother recently passed away so her grieving step father moved in indefinitely. Her flaky father who has been out of the picture most her life suddenly shows up, adding another stressful dynamic to her household.

Not a lot happens plot wise in this book but the character development kept me interested. I was rooting for Lila throughout the book and the way things wrapped up at the end were satisfying. One thing that bugged me, probably more than it should have, was that there were a few random chapters written from the POV of Lila’s daughter Celie. There was also one chapter written from the POV of her deceased mother. I’m not sure what Moyes was trying to do with those chapters. They felt random and unimportant to the plot line.

I’d recommend this book to anyone who has a bit of patience for a slower paced book and appreciates realistic characters trying to make sense of their world.

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This is a beautiful realistic look into the messy life of a mixed family. I just loved everyone’s narrative and the journey that they all got to go on. This book is an inspiring tale of there is life after loss, be it death, divorce, or other. The amount of growth that each character has throughout this book is just perfection. I know that readers are going to be enchanted by this fabulous novel.
Thank you so much to Penguin Group Viking Penguin and Netgalley for allowing me to read an advance copy of this title.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! This is my first Jojo Moyes book and will not be my last! This was such an enjoyable read from start to finish. Loved all of the well-developed characters, their banter, and following along as the family navigated struggles around what it means to be a family and how the changing dynamics of family members can impact all involved. The cheeky romances rounded out this wonderful read heading into 2025!

These are some of the strongest characters Moyes has written, in my opinion. This novel is hopeful, heartbreaking, and hilarious. I loved it!

Really really amazing. I love JoJo Moyes. This book really moved me!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this arc in exchange for an honest review!

I loved this book. Jojo Moyes makes you feel like you are living in Lila’s house and part of the family. The characters are so grand and I actually laughed out loud at one point. It was a perfect read for a weekend, I couldn’t finish it fast enough.

Just because it follows a trope (middle age mom abandoned by her cheating husband who has a younger girlfriend ), doesn't mean We All Live Here isn't completely satisfying. I was initially confused about the multiple narration as it comes in at a point when I was not expecting a second voice, but it made more sense down the road and was rich storytelling in its own right.
I would love to see this made into a Netflix/Hulu type limited series...the audience is there. Don't bother with a movie....women my age don't go to the movies. We stream from the comfort of home.
Thanks for a great read when we need it the most.

3.5/5 ⭐️
The new Jojo Moyes book is a character driven novel, that will keep you interested throughout it all. Overall a very sweet book. Thank you NetGalley for the chance to read this ARC.

Jojo Moyes has done it again with We All Live Here. This novel captures the messy, wonderful complexity of life in a way that feels so personal and real. Her characters are vibrant and multidimensional, like people you might know or wish you did.

The story strikes a perfect balance between humor and heartbreak. There were moments that made me laugh out loud and others that left me unexpectedly teary-eyed. Moyes has such a gift for creating emotionally authentic scenes—they sneak up on you and stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.

I’ve already ordered this for our library, and I know it’s going to resonate with so many readers. It’s the kind of book that makes you reflect on your own life and relationships, while still being an absolute joy to read. If you’re looking for a novel that’s equal parts heartwarming and heartbreaking, this one is a must-read.

Thank you to Pamela Dorman Books for my free review copy.

I’ve never read any of Jojo books before. I love a good family anthology drama with some life notes and humor sprinkled in. I found these one heartwarming, funny and enjoyed the reflection on big life changed and grief.

What a great way to start the year! This book made me realize I should read more of Moyes - I have read The Giver of Stars, but that's it.

We All Live Here is a lovely book about a dysfunctional British family dealing with money problems, leaky toilets, divorce, old dramas, and new love. The shape and contents of the family keep changing throughout the book, and the character development is very satisfying to watch. There is a bit of drama and growth for every age - teenagers learning what makes a good friend; women in their forties figuring out what they might want in the next stage after the divorce (orgies? a hot cup of tea with someone nice? both?) and older men still trying to make up for their mistakes and not giving up hope for love and connection.

It is an easy read, well-written, and with enough stakes to make you care while offering elegant solutions to all the conflicts.

I truly enjoyed it. I hope someone makes it into a movie - it gave me good Love Actually vibes without the ick.

Thank you, NetGalley and Viking Penguin, for sharing an advanced reader's copy in exchange for my honest review. The book is out on February 11.