The Last Anniversary / Three Wishes

by Liane Moriarty

Liane Moriarty is an advertising copywriter turned author who grew up in Sydney, Australia. The Last Anniversary is her second novel. Her first novel, Three Wishes, was published in seven countries.

Genres: Fiction, Audiobook, Adult Fiction, Chick Lit

764 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Liane Moriarty is the author of the #1 New York Times bestsellers Big Little Lies, The Husband’s Secret, and Truly Madly Guilty; the New York Times bestsellers Apples Never Fall, Nine Perfect Strangers, What Alice Forgot, and The Last Anniversary; The Hypnotist’s Love Story; and Three Wishes. She lives in Sydney, Australia, with her husband and two children.

Reviews

[Kelli Catana · Rating 5 out of 5]

There is clearly something about Liane Moriarty that I love. After devouring Big Little Lies I found myself downloading every book by this author that I could find. After reading Her Husband's Secret and The Last Anniversary (which I both really enjoyed but not as much as Big Little Lies) I decided that was enough for a while. While stuck on what to read recently I decided to try Three Wishes and absolutely enjoyed reading every word of it.

I instantly fell in love with the characters of Gemma, Lyn and Cat and I loved their relationship as grown women who happen to be triplets. I love that Moriarty seemed to get the sibling dynamic down perfectly. It was funny, it was smart, and it was written very much in the style of Moriarty's other books. There's always a small twist that you may or may not see coming (in this one it was hard not to see it but that didn't take away from the effectiveness of it at all) and there's always something so interesting about each and every character. This was just an enjoyable read with great characters and great stories and I read it so quickly because I couldn't put it down.

[Elizabeth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A month ago I happened to read one of Liane Moriarty's books based on an Amazon "recommended for you" list. Now I have read all of her books; it's like she wrote them for me. Very entertaining, imperfect heroines, good banter, interesting stories and she leaves me wishing I knew all the characters personally. Loved this one too!

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved 'The Husband Secret' and 'What Alice Forgot', this is one of her earlier books, I think maybe her second one? Anyway, the writing style is more or less the same as her more recent books, she does seem to write about women who have quite busy lives and lots going on.
This book was no different, although for the first few chapters I thought there were a lot of characters to remember, and they were all related in some way or other so it did need a bit of concentration!
The story is based around a mystery on a very small(fictitious)island called Scribbly Gum and a baby who was discovered in her cot with no sign of her parents. The story goes that sisters Rose and Connie find the baby and persuaded their father that they should look after her and from this mystery of the disappearing parents and abandoned baby they make their fortune, opening up the house for visitors, offering tours and generally exploiting the story in whichever way they can.

Connie dies and leaves her house to Sophie Honeywell, who once dated Connie's Nephew) which upsets some of the family but others accept that this is just the sort of thing Connie would do, and they all like Sophie anyway and welcome her to Scribbly Gum. Sophie's biological clock is ticking and with no sign of any husband material she is intrigued by 'Aunt' Connie's letter which tells her that she knows a certain man will be a perfect match for her but mentions no name.

There is a LOT going on in this book but it's a good story with a mix of sadness and humour and even a twist at the end (didn't expect that). The only thing that made me say 'oh please!!' were the names of Sophie's adoring parents, Hans and Gretal - I'd like to know what possessed her to choose these names!

This is the most dysfunctional family! But mostly in a funny way :-)

[Charel Dierckxsens · Rating 3 out of 5]

Zo leuk weeral!! Ik hou zoveel van Lianne Moriarty haar schrijfstijl, luidop gegiecheld op de trein en traantjes weggepinkt tijdens het lezen. Heb er echt gênant lang over gedaan om dit boek uit te lezen, niet omdat ik het niet interessant of leuk vond, maar puur door school eigenlijk. Het is zeker een aanrader!

[Ritu Lalit · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun, but strictly a one time read

[Kathy Luzier · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not much of a plot to this one. Triplets with broken marriages, unfaithful husbands and unsatisfying jobs.
Just ho hum. Glad this wasn't the first book I've read from this author or I wouldn't have read more

[Tina Rajput · Rating 3 out of 5]

Somewhat boring storyline with unexciting plot “twists”. But I do like how she brought post partum depression in as a key theme to help raise awareness.

[Shelleyrae at Book'd Out · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read single editions

[Barbara P · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book came out in 2004. It is a story of three 30y/0 triplets. The story moved fast about their lives;
divorce, adultery, their parents divorce and re-marriage. The ups and downs of their lives was a little
much for this older senior person. I realized how out of young adult life I must be. What I did enjoy was the humor, unbelievable situations they found themselves in. Was glad to finish the novel.

[Jewett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Every time I read one of this author's books, I think I won't read another one. She starts each book strangely and you have to work to figure out the characters and relationships. Yet everytime, I read another one. I read them because she does a great job of depicting relationships and emotions. These are well worth the work you have to do to undrstand the books.

[Adnamy · Rating 3 out of 5]

She’s dependable & predictable.
I have recommended Liane to several of my bookclub friends because if you like crime fiction AND a happy ending, she is perfect.
I tend to like stronger stuff.
But she writes well & this is no exception …

[Lorna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun easy read. Would like to read more of her books.

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun book about triplets. Good words, quick read and story.

[Vondea Sheaffer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Clever and funny, a well-written story of sisters, families and life!

[Aimee Lauren · Rating 2 out of 5]

My least favourite LM book. Closely followed by What Alice Forgot 😬

[Michelle Le Grand · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is the only Liane Moriarty book that I've read to date that I didn't particularly like.

[Alane Masters abbett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’m always sad after finishing one of Liane’s books. Her characters become friends and I’m just a little miffed that their story had to end.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Out of all of Liane Moriarty's books, this one was not my favorite. I just could not find myself that invested in this story, but overall it was a quick, easy read.

[Basak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent book

[Helen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story was so full of characters it was confusing to follow who was related to who .
It was funny and easy reading . A twist at the very end was good

[Kb · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened to Three Wishes audiobook. I did enjoy the silliness and the wit, and the audacity of the sisters. Beach read, definitely.

[Julie Martin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I truly love Liane Moriarty as an author. This book made me laugh out loud at times, and out of all the books written by Ms. Moriarty, i think this one is my favorite.

[Rita Charruau · Rating 3 out of 5]

Manque d'intrigue et d'intérët

[Euphegenia · Rating 1 out of 5]

I tried, really tried, because I love this author, but I didn’t finish it.

[Gretchen Rosenberger · Rating 5 out of 5]

I cannot get enough of Liane Moriarty's books. The way she develops her characters and tells the story is riveting.

[Ginny · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some parts were interesting but I thought the book was too long.

[Kathleen McCurdie · Rating 1 out of 5]

I found this a tedious read I lost concentration easily whilst reading , I felt it was very muddled and it jumped from past to present too often it was hard to keep up. Just wasn’t really for me.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love everything she writes!

[Sabine · Rating 2 out of 5]

Trop long et sans intérêt. Pas son meilleur livre.

[HTAJ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Entertaining and pacey, with an
Interesting structure. Depth of characterisation somewhat lacking - insufficiently solid to render the sisters and their complex relationships completely credible.