I have previously enjoyed Amanda Prowse books but this one I didn't enjoy as much. It was a nice read but don't think I'd read it again

A good read
Another good book by Amanda
Her books don’t disappoint and this one didn’t either
Thanks NetGalley

EXCERPT: He seemed to particularly obsess over their ostentatious barbecue sitting under a wooden bandstand structure that was artfully strung with fairy lights, and from where the tinkle of glassware, the subtle rise of communal laughter and the waft of good meat filtered over the fence and through their windows. He disliked it all.
Of course, he didn't dislike any of it, not really. What he disliked was living in his deceased mother-in-law's house with his wife, Lisa, son Jake and her, Daisy, watching helplessly as the roof leaked, the fence rotted, weeds popped up between the cracks of the uneven crazy paving and the kitchen clock ticked even louder.

ABOUT 'ALL GOOD THINGS': Daisy Harrop has always felt like she exists in the background, and since her mother stopped getting out of bed, her life has come to a complete standstill. Daisy would give anything to leave the shabbiest house on the street and be more like the golden Kelleways next door, with their perfectly raked driveway and flourishing rose garden…

Winnie Kelleway is proud of the beautiful family she’s built. They’ve had their ups and downs—hasn’t everyone? But this weekend, celebrating her golden wedding anniversary is truly proof of their happiness, a joyful gathering for all the neighbours to see. But as the festivities get underway, are the cracks in the ‘perfect’ Kelleway life beginning to show? As one bombshell revelation leads to another and events start to spiral out of control, Daisy and Winnie are about to discover that things aren’t always what they seem.

MY THOUGHTS: I can't believe I have dnf'd a book by Amanda Prowse at 48%. I have loved everything else I have read by this author. I thought the premise of All Good Things sounded great, especially in Prowse's capable hands, but I HATED it. I was bored beyond belief by both the characters (except Daisy) and the writing, and I could not stand the thought of reading one more word. What more can I say?

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THE AUTHOR: Amanda Prowse was a management consultant for ten years before realising that she was born to write. Amanda lives in the West Country with her husband and their two teenage sons.

DISCLOSURE: Thank you to Lake Union Publishing via Netgalley for providing a digital ARC of All Good Things by Amanda Prowse for review. All opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own personal opinions.

Love this book!!!!!! Lovely story of reflection and finding happiness in your own backyard. Everything isn't always Greener on the other side and sometimes you've got to figure that out on your own.

Amanda Prowse's All Good Things is a captivating domestic drama that explores the complexities of family life and the illusion of perfection. All Good Things is a poignant reminder that appearances can be deceiving and that happiness is often found in the most unexpected places.

Many thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for sharing this book with me.

This was a good story that showed everyone has secrets, even the perfect family next door. This book did follow a lot of characters which sometimes made it difficult to follow story lines. Also, I felt that it ended more quickly than I would have preferred because I didn't know how everything ended.

I enjoyed this book. I read it in one day. I would definitely recommend this book! I loved the characters and the story.

All Good Things is the latest complex and compelling family drama from best-selling author Amanda Prowse.

Daisy Harrop has spent most of her life feeling like an outsider looking in. Always in the shadows watching everyone else live life to the fullest while she disappears into the background, happiness has eluded Daisy. With her mother unable to get out of bed, Daisy’s life has come to an even bigger standstill with her only solace now being looking out of the window at the Kelleways next door and wishing that her life was like theirs: gilded, fulfilling and exciting. Daisy would give her right arm to be like her neighbours, however, this weekend she’s about to learn that all that glitters isn’t necessarily gold and that the Kelleways might not be as happy as she had always thought them to be.

Winnie Kelleway is looking forward to the coming weekend where she will be celebrating her golden wedding anniversary with her nearest and dearest. She has invited all the neighbours to come to the celebrations and simply cannot wait to share her good fortune and to commemorate this momentous occasion. Winnie is proud of her family and although they’ve had their ups and downs through the years, they have always been there for one another and triumphed against all the obstacles that had stood in their way. As the festivities begin to get under way, cracks begin to show that lead to a shocking bombshell that will have serious repercussions for the entire family.

With events spiraling out of control, Winnie and Daisy are about to realise that there is no such thing as a perfect life and that these two very different individuals might have more in common than they initially thought…

Amanda Prowse excels at exploring the intricacies of women’s lives and in All Good Things she has written another terrific tale that looks at what goes on behind closed doors, the secrets we keep, the lies we tell ourselves and the resilience and courage of the human condition told with honesty, compassion, humour and plenty of heart.

Amanda Prowse’s characters are, as always, superbly observed and wonderfully drawn and readers will find themselves completely invested in Daisy and Winnie’s stories.

All Good Things is another top-notch page-turner from Amanda Prowse readers will have an immensely difficult time putting down.

Another wonderful book by Amanda Prowse featuring the Kelleway family and Daisy Harrop and family and gives the reader an insight into their lives and loves. I couldn't put this book down and would recommend it to anyone who loves a good book!

This is a story of two families who are next door neighbours. Winnie and her husband Bernie Kelleway are celebrating forty years of marriage. They are a wealthy family with a married daughter and a teenage son. The Harrops live next door. They are struggling financially and Lisa, the mother is suffering from depression and finds it hard to leave her bed. They have a son and a daughter. Daisy is sixteen years old and yearns to be able to live like the Kelleways. But the Kelleways are not what they seem and when their secrets are revealed everyone’s lives are turned upside down. I really enjoyed the story and the characters and couldn’t put it down. A highly recommended read.
Thanks to Netgalley and Lake Union publishing for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book,

2.50. Two families with different lifestyles and circumstances so lots of characters to keep track of. An anniversary celebration in a local restaurant promises to be a memorable evening. It is, but not in the way intended when secrets come to light. I usually enjoy this author’s books but sadly not too much this time. It just seemed to ramble on (and on) going round in circles. Too many characters meant not too much continuity. The message here seems to be that things aren’t always what they seem and that the grass isn’t always greener on the other side of the fence! Lots of Amanda’s fans will be delighted with this novel no doubt.

ahh families...you never quite know what is going on behind closed doors and this is a story of how the grass isn't always greener. It was a pacey read that kept me engaged. I would recommend it.

This was a very good book. I enjoyed reading it. The characters and plot kept me interested. I would read another book by this author.

Thank you for my eARC of this book. I really liked the premise of this and found it relatable at times, it was delivered well and I would absolutely read more of Prowse’ books.

This is an ambitious story which looks at two families through the eyes of different family members. As each character's viewpoint is added into the mix, you realise that the dynamics between them are complex, with undercurrents threatening to upset the status quo. I enjoyed seeing how the different generations interacted. The materially wealthy were not necessarily happier or more content. As you glimpse what each character is hoping for, you will them on to make the best decisions, especially the younger ones.

It is also striking how certain family members exert control, sometimes in a subtle way, to fashion the picture of happy family life which they are striving for. Some cannot express what they actually want for fear of upsetting others. As secrets and deceptions unravel, you are presented with families who are sometimes surprised to realise that some have guessed the truth years earlier. They have constructed a life which is at odds with their inner wishes and desires. The end result is an engrossing read which raises questions in the minds of the reader and which never hands you the answers on a plate.

In short: a satisfying read for all

This was a really good story! It's definitely a tale of the grass not being greener on the other side, and all families (ALL families) have STUFF. Some is embarrassing, some is heavy, some of fine, but there is always stuff under the surface that those outside don't know about. 3.5 stars, rounding up to 4.

All good things was a super interesting book! A good reminder that the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence. Which is exactly what Daisy learns. She sees her next door neighbors, the Kelleways, as a perfect family. After all, her mother hardly ever gets out of bed, and their house is by far the most run-down on their street. But after a party thrown by the Kelleways to celebrate their anniversary, where their perfect image begins to crumble, Daisy learns that things aren't always how they are portrayed.

I really enjoyed this book because it was a great story, but it was also a great reminder that people tend to put on perfect masks to hide their insecurities. Even those who look like their life is picture perfect aren't actually living a squeaky clean life. Everyone has issues, everyone has problems, and not everyone wants to be open and vulnerable about their struggles. I thought this was great!

Thank you so much to Netgalley and the publisher for the arc.
While I loved the story, or the premise of the story, the "noise" of the book was lost in translation on me. There was a lot going on in the book and a lot with the story. A lot of drama that I had a hard time following at some points. I do think the characters were well written, almost too well written which is why there was a lot of noise if that makes sense.

Like other readers have commented, the end did leave me a little, underwhelmed.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for All Good Things!

I love how each chapter alternates the characters and they’re intertwined with connections that others don’t know about.

This was pretty fast passed domestic fiction book for me and I look forward to reading others from the author!

4 STARS

I received a copy of this book from the author. I had the opportunity to review or not.

While celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversary a wealthy couple and their family interact with each other, draw upon memories, and await the birth of a new family member.

While this book appears to present a happy, loving family, as the celebration progresses, we are shown the fallacies, delusions, and mistakes of a modern family. In a touching setting what should have been a crowning accomplishment of a loving couple, we see hidden secrets, hidden feelings, and lost loyalties.

If you love family dramas, you will love this book. The characters are interesting, strong, and believable. I recommend a cup of tea, a comfy chair, and a warm blanket.