The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty receives praise for its engaging storytelling and complex characters, making it a page-turner. The blend of mystery and family drama keeps readers hooked. However, some criticize the pacing as uneven and the resolution as predictable. Overall, it is well-received for its emotional depth and humor.

Fans of compelling family dramas and intricate mysteries will relish The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty. Ideal for readers who enjoyed Big Little Lies and The Husband's Secret, Moriarty's novel intertwines humor and suspense, appealing to those who appreciate well-developed characters and plot twists.

The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty is a contemporary Australian novel that centers on Sophie Honeywell, who inherits a house on Scribbly Gum Island from her ex-boyfriend’s aunt, Connie. Sophie becomes entangled in the island’s famous Munro Baby Mystery, navigating complex relationships with the island's residents—including her ex’s family—while uncovering long-held secrets. The novel explores themes of female solidarity, self-determination, and identity in romantic relationships. References to postpartum depression, suicidal ideation, and sexual violence are present.

Mysterious / Emotional / Bittersweet / Nostalgic / Contemplative

- Liane Moriarty's The Last Anniversary was her second novel, published in 2006, and followed her debut novel Three Wishes.
- The novel was a finalist for the 2006 Australian Book Industry Awards for General Fiction Book of the Year.
- Liane Moriarty was inspired to write The Last Anniversary by the real-life mystery of the disappearance of a baby in Australia.

**Sophie**  
A 39-year-old single woman in Sydney, Sophie is a social butterfly who enjoys baking and maintains a close relationship with her parents, regularly exploring new restaurants with them.

**Connie**  
A clever and entrepreneurial woman who created a successful business around the Munro Baby mystery, Connie is a central catalyst for the novel, leaving her house to Sophie in her will.

**Grace**  
A new mother and children’s book author experiencing postpartum depression, Grace struggles with her mental health and self-esteem.

**Margie**  
Central to her family on the island, Margie is often overlooked but later finds empowerment and confidence through bodybuilding, leading her to embark on a journey of self-discovery.

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