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What Alice Forgot

By: Liane Moriarty
Narrated by: Tamara Lovatt-Smith
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From the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Husband's Secret and Big Little Lies

A “cheerfully engaging”(Kirkus Reviews) novel for anyone who’s ever asked herself, “How did I get here?”

Alice Love is 29, crazy about her husband, and pregnant with her first child. So imagine Alice’s surprise when she comes to on the floor of a gym (a gym! She HATES the gym) and is whisked off to the hospital, where she discovers the honeymoon is truly over - she’s getting divorced, she has three kids, and she’s actually 39 years old.

Alice must reconstruct the events of a lost decade and find out whether it’s possible to reconstruct her life at the same time. She has to figure out why her sister hardly talks to her, and how is it that she’s become one of those super skinny moms with really expensive clothes. Ultimately, Alice must discover whether forgetting is a blessing or a curse, and whether it’s possible to start over....

©2011 Liane Moriarty (P)2011 Penguin Audio

Critic reviews

"Funny and knowing...[about] what we choose to remember, and fight to forget." (O Magazine)

"The gripping story of a woman who wakes up with a bump on her head and no knowledge of the past ten years...an acutely observed romantic comedy that is both thought-provoking and funny." (Marie Claire, UK)

"The affecting tale of Alice’s chance for a ten-year do-over." (The New York Times)

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I have loved all of Liane Moriarty's books and this one was no different. Highly recommend!! A book that makes you think.

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Good Read

I thought the book overall was good. While it didn't have anything truly gripping, the story was a great idea and well thought out. It makes you take a step back to examine life and think about what truly matters. Anyone who has been married for a while can relate to how relationships start and develop through your life. I enjoy plot twists and while this really didn't have that, I was glad I read it. It was enjoyable.

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Meaningful story

I loved this book! I laughed out loud and I cried. It stimulated deep personal assessment of my own life and choices. A must read for anyone married with children, but enjoyable for all life stages.

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Absolutely loved this book!

I absolutely loved this book!! I have really enjoyed Liane Moriarty's books. I've read Big Little Lies and The Husband's Secret as well and they were both fantastic. I would highly recommend all three books!

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love story

I thought the narrator did a fantastic job in keeping me engaged! A great book to listen to while on vacation, easy, light hearted family drama, love and marriage. Hit all the marks.

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Just plain loved it!

I really got wrapped up in this book. such an intriguing concept. I wonder how I would react if I lost 10 years of my memory.

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Psychology of characters excellent!

Really liked the story and the psychology of the characters. The development of Nick and Alice's relationship was excellent! There were moments when the remembering was a little tedious, but it all came together for a sweet, realistic portrayal of marriage progressing through turmoil and family. Have enjoyed Mrs. Moriarty's novels. She has a wonderful talent in understanding human behavior!
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Wow, where to start...

Having gone thru infertility myself, Elizabeth says things I have felt.
But I understand Alice too, having been married for 21 years, getting caught up with friends who are doing the same kid activities as us, it's easy to take our husbands for granted but it's nice to know, we don't have to hit our heads to appreciate what we have. Great story about life and the what if and the what is.

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Great audio book! Would recommend to call my girlfriends!

This is definitely in my top favorite audio books now! Love how this book will make you laugh and cry all at once! Great plot and spin with the multiple story lines! The reader makes me wish I lived in Australia with that accent!

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Another winner

I love Liane Moriarty's style of writing. I have only one issue...that perhaps Alice shouldn't have been left to her own devices so soon after a traumatic head injury...but I guess that's what makes it fiction. The narration was good, but I missed Caroline Lee's voice. She is special, and makes Moriarty's characters come to life for me.

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