The Good House
by Ann Leary
The Good House by Ann Leary holds a well received rating of 3.66 out of 5, based on 16.5K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 292 pages.
About The Good House
A funny, poignant and revealing novel that’s become a huge word-of-mouth hit in the US.How do you prove you're not an alcoholic?Hildy Good has reached that dangerous time in a woman's life - middle-aged and divorced, she is an oddity in her small but privileged town. But Hildy isn't one for self-pity and instead meets the world with a wry smile, a dark wit and a glass or two of Pinot Noir. When her two earnest grown-up children stage 'an intervention' and pack Hildy off to an addiction centre, she thinks all this fuss is ridiculous. After all, why shouldn't Hildy enjoy a drink now and then?But as the story progresses, we start to see another side to Hildy Good, and to her life's greatest passion - the lies and self deceptions needed to support her drinking, and the damage she causes to those she loves. When a cluster of secrets become dangerously entwined, the reckless behaviour of one threatens to expose the other, with devastating consequences.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Ann Leary |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 292 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.66 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 16,490 |
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What genre is The Good House?
The Good House is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Good House worth reading?
Based on 16.5K reader ratings, The Good House has an average score of 3.66 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Good House?
The Good House has 292 pages.
Who wrote The Good House?
The Good House was written by Ann Leary. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Good House?
The ISBN-13 for The Good House is 9781250015550.0.
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