47 pages 1 hour read

Taylor Jenkins Reid

Malibu Rising

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Reviews & Readership

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Taylor Jenkins Reid's Malibu Rising is lauded for its evocative 1980s Malibu setting, dynamic family saga, and vivid character development. However, some critiques note a predictable plot and a pacing that falters in the second half. Overall, it offers an engaging summer read rich with emotional depth and beachy nostalgia.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Malibu Rising?

A reader who enjoys Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid likely appreciates multi-generational family dramas with a blend of glamour and emotional depth. This novel appeals to fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and Daisy Jones & The Six, offering a compelling mix of celebrity culture and intricate personal relationships.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
American Literature
Modern Classic Fiction
Topics
Relationships
Addiction / Substance Abuse
Grief / Death
Themes
Relationships: Family
Relationships: Siblings
Life/Time: Coming of Age