Liane Moriarty is an Australian author known for her bestselling novels that often explore the dark underbelly of suburban life. Her books have been adapted into popular TV series, including Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers.
Born in Sydney, Australia in 1966
Began writing children's books before transitioning to adult fiction
Her breakthrough novel was Three Wishes, published in 2004
Big Little Lies was adapted into a hit HBO series in 2017
Nine Perfect Strangers was adapted into an Amazon Prime Video series in 2021
American author known for dark, suspenseful novels like Gone Girl and Sharp Objects
British author known for psychological thrillers like The Girl on the Train and Into the Water
British author known for atmospheric mystery novels like In a Dark, Dark Wood and The Death of Mrs. Westaway
A novel about a group of mothers in an idyllic California town whose perfect lives unravel in unexpected ways
A novel about nine people who gather at a secluded health resort for a 10-day retreat, only to discover that things are not as they seem
A novel about a woman who discovers a letter from her husband addressed to her only in the event of his death, which leads her to question everything about their marriage
Moriarty's writing style is often described as witty, observant, and suspenseful. Her books are known for their skillful blend of humor and darkness.
Moriarty was inspired to write Big Little Lies after observing the competitive, high-pressure world of school parent committees in her own community. She wanted to explore the pressures and secrets that lie beneath the veneer of perfect suburban lives.
The TV adaptation of Nine Perfect Strangers follows nine strangers who come to a remote wellness retreat run by a charismatic but mysterious guru. As they undergo a series of unconventional treatments, they begin to suspect that something sinister is going on.
Although Moriarty's books are geared towards adult readers, many teenagers enjoy her novels as well. However, her books often contain mature themes such as infidelity, domestic abuse, and suicide, so parents should use their discretion.
Other authors who write in a similar vein as Liane Moriarty include Gillian Flynn, Paula Hawkins, and Ruth Ware. They all write suspenseful, psychologically rich novels that examine the darker sides of human nature.