The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty

The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoy reading books by Liane Moriarty and this was no exception. This odd story about a quirky family who live on an island and their lives are intertwined with a famous mystery. An outsider named Sophie is given a home on the island as a gift from one of the two sisters who first found the mysterious baby Enigma. Sophie is quickly accepted into the family and she begins to learn more and more about the family, but it is clear they are hiding something. There is more than one mystery on the island as Sophie is also struggling with feelings for the handsome husband of Grace, a new mom who is desperately unhappy. As we get to know more about each character, we can see how the family dynamics have shaped each personality, and not always for the better. Each of the characters begin to face their own inner demons as the islands decades old secrets are threatened. In her usual manner Liane Moriarty adds some snarky humor along with some intrigue and fun to keep the story humming along. I enjoyed this book.

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You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero

You Are a Badass: How to Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life by Jen Sincero
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I have to admit when I started this book my first thought was ugh, this is just a bunch of cliche quotes and advice, but the more I listened, the more I began to really see the author's message of transformation. While the author does tend to oversimplify the work needed to achieve goals, she does have the ability to help the reader examine what internal messages are holding you back. I felt more inspired after listening to this. While some of the advice might feel trite, it feels that way because it is good advice. Using affirmations, exploring negative self talk and ideas that hold you back, these are all necessary to move ahead. I do recommend this book for anyone who needs a little push in the right direction to achieve their best self and live an awesome life.

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