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What Alice Forgot
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Book Brief
467
Novel • Fiction
Sydney, Australia • 2000s
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Published in 2009, Liane Moriarty’s novel What Alice Forgot follows Alice Love, a mother of three in Sydney, who wakes up after a head injury with no memory of the past ten years. As Alice navigates her disoriented life, she learns about her estranged husband, Nick, her children, and strained relationships. Utilizing perspectives from Alice, her sister Elisabeth, and honorary grandmother Frannie, the story delves into betrayal, forgiveness, and motherhood. The narrative includes themes related to miscarriages and mental health struggles.
Emotional
Romantic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Hopeful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty is a poignant and engaging exploration of memory loss and self-discovery. Readers praise its compelling narrative and relatable characters, though some find the pacing uneven. Moriarty's insights into relationships and personal growth are highlighted as a strength, making the novel both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant.
Who Should Read What Alice Forgot?
Fans of character-driven novels such as Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty and The Husband's Secret by Liane Moriarty will enjoy What Alice Forgot. Ideal for readers intrigued by themes of memory loss, self-discovery, and emotional transformation, akin to the audience of Jojo Moyes' Me Before You.
568,427 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Nick Love
Nick Love
Alice’s husband, initially a loving and fun partner in Alice's early memory but later seen as more work-focused and distant, leading to challenges in their marriage.
Madison
Madison
Alice and Nick’s eldest daughter, whose struggles reflect the tension in her parents’ marriage, impacting her behavior and emotional wellbeing.
Elisabeth
Elisabeth
Alice’s older sister, who is characterized by her struggle with infertility and the impact it has on her life and relationship with Alice.
Dominick
Dominick
The principal of Alice’s children’s elementary school and Alice’s romantic interest after separating from Nick, known for his kind and unpretentious demeanor.
467
Novel • Fiction
Sydney, Australia • 2000s
2009
Adult
18+ years
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