Function and dysfunction. Hoarding is a real disease and a danger to the hoarder and family. To see its roots and attempts to curtail its progression is very hard. (Even as a child Lorelei collected the family’s hair) . If this is disturbing, skip this one. But I enjoyed it as with most M. Jewels work.

It was entertaining and comforting to peek into another family’s life that is more screwed up than my own. It also gives hope that things can be worked out and history does not necessarily have to repeat itself

This book dove into so many needed family issues. Secrets, shame, mistakes etc. All of this lead one woman to suffer in silence and try to satisfy her pain by hoarding. This is a serious condition that plagues millions of people and I love the way the author presented it! My daughter in laws mother is a horde and she tries to help her mother the best she can. Her mother has even shown promise in starting to release and get rid of things. We just pray this will continue. Thank you, Jess

Wow. I was so attached to this book and loved it so much. Easily one of the most talented writers, I brag about her weeks later. Would give 5 stars if the ending weren’t so unsatisfying/boring/movie like. So disappointing.

A very compelling story of the frailties and strengths we all have. I anticipated the ending but it was nonetheless extremely satisfying to see the deft way she handled it.

I really wanted to like this book, and for the first half I really did. But there became a few too many viewpoints and the subplots became too unrealistic that I found it hard to enjoy. There were certain plots I wanted to know more about and they were overshadowed by the sillier ones (particularly Rory and Beth). I also found some of the timeline confusing because many of the stories were only a few years apart and it became disorienting. As usual, Lisa Jewell has a beautiful, detailed writing style but this book could have benefited from a focus on a few less characters and a more satisfying conclusion.

Fantastic read- very well written, I couldn't put it down. I love the exploration of this dysfunctional family revolving around a hoarder seen through the eyes of all those that loved her. I love how the story ties together from an unlikely outsider. I wish there was further exploration on the Rory/ Kayleigh relationship, although I understand why the author left it up to the reader's interpretation.