Is Big Little Truths Worth Reading?

Ada’s Score

4.1

Moriarty returns to the Monterey mothers of 'Big Little Lies,' using an outsider's arrival at the school to pry loose secrets the group has kept buried. The domestic tension is expertly staged and the dialogue crackles, but the sequel leans hard on the goodwill of its predecessor rather than earning fresh ground. The mystery mechanics feel dutiful, and the ensemble sometimes reads like a reunion tour. Sharp on the surface, thinner underneath.

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“Moriarty still choreographs a suburban ensemble better than almost anyone, and the comic timing lands even when the reveal doesn't.”

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“Moriarty still choreographs a suburban ensemble better than almost anyone, and the comic timing lands even when the reveal doesn't.”
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Big Little Truths Review

Moriarty still choreographs a suburban ensemble better than almost anyone, and the comic timing lands even when the reveal doesn't.

Rating: 4.1 / 5

Ada’s reservations

The formula is visible from page one: witty mothers, a buried secret, a courtroom-shaped climax. Fresh from her sharper novels, this reads recycled. The debut heat outpaces the actual invention.

Ada’s score reflects both strengths and reservations.

Book Details

Publisher: Crown Publishing Group, The
Language: English
ISBN-13: 9780593798638

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Ada’s Score

4.1

Ada’s editorial score — not an aggregate of reader reviews.

Common Questions About Big Little Truths

Is Big Little Truths worth reading?: Moriarty still choreographs a suburban ensemble better than almost anyone, and the comic timing lands even when the reveal doesn't. Ada rates it 4.1 out of 5.
What are the main weaknesses of Big Little Truths?: The formula is visible from page one: witty mothers, a buried secret, a courtroom-shaped climax. Fresh from her sharper novels, this reads recycled. The debut heat outpaces the actual invention.