68 pages 2 hours read

Shari Lapena

Not a Happy Family

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Shari Lapena's Not a Happy Family receives praise for its fast-paced plot and intriguing family dynamics, holding readers' interest with numerous twists. Critics enjoy the well-developed characters and the suspenseful narrative. However, some note predictable elements and an over-reliance on family conflict tropes. Overall, it’s a compelling read for mystery enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Not a Happy Family?

Readers who would enjoy Shari Lapena's Not a Happy Family are fans of fast-paced, psychological thrillers with family drama and dark secrets. Ideal for admirers of Liane Moriarty's Big Little Lies and Gillian Flynn's Gone Girl, they crave intricate plots and unexpected twists.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Mystery / Crime Fiction
Horror / Thriller / Suspense Fiction
Psychological Fiction
Themes
Relationships: Family
Values/Ideas: Truth & Lies
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed