Kit’s emotional and sexual self-discovery was also a standout storyline, and her interactions with her brothers and sister felt authentic and relatable.Īs someone who has read two previous novels by Taylor Jenkins Reed, I must say that “Malibu Rising” is my least favorite of the three. Nina’s sacrifices to raise her siblings and protect them from their parents’ destructive behavior was one of the most touching parts of the book. As I read about Nina, Jay, Hud, and Kit, I found them to be well-drawn characters who have strong sibling relationships despite their parents’ toxic relationship. One of the strengths of the book is the author’s ability to create flawed yet resilient characters who are struggling with their past and present issues. The second storyline is the events of the party, which takes place over 24 hours and results in unexpected twists and turns.

The book weaves together two storylines, the first of which is the Riva family’s history, starting from the mid-1950s. The story follows the Riva siblings, children of the famous musician Mick Riva, who throw an annual end-of-summer party that attracts a lot of attention from the media and famous personalities. Malibu Rising is the third book by Taylor Jenkins Reed, and set in the same universe as “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo”. Read if you like: Daisy Jones and the Six, The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

Trigger Warnings: Sexual Harassment, Child Neglect, Drug Use/Alcoholism, Abortion, Miscarriage Genre: General Fiction (Adult), Women’s Fiction, Contemporary Fiction Publisher: Ballantine Books (1 June, 2021)

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