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Malibu Rising

Taylor Jenkins Reid

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Completed on 29 March 2023
ISBN : 9781529157147
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Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of twenty-four hours, their lives will change forever. Malibu: August, 1983. It’s the day of Nina Riva’s annual end-of-summer party, and anticipation is at a fever pitch. Everyone wants to be around the famous Rivas: Nina, the talented surfer and supermodel; brothers Jay and Hud, one a championship surfer, the other a renowned photographer; and their adored baby sister, Kit. Together, the siblings are a source of fascination in Malibu and the world over—especially as the offspring of the legendary singer, Mick Riva. The only person not looking forward to the party of the year is Nina herself, who never wanted to be the center of attention, and who has also just been very publicly abandoned by her pro tennis player husband. Oh, and maybe Hud—because it is long past time to confess something to the brother from whom he’s been inseparable since birth. Jay, on the other hand, is counting the minutes until nightfall, when the girl he can’t stop thinking about promised she’ll be there. And Kit has a couple secrets of her own—including a guest she invited without consulting anyone. By midnight the party will be completely out of control. By morning, the Riva mansion will have gone up in flames. But before that first spark in the early hours before dawn, the alcohol will flow, the music will play, and the loves and secrets that shaped this family’s generations will all come bubbling to the surface. Malibu Rising is a story about one unforgettable night in the life of a family: the night they each have to choose what they will keep from the people who made them . . . and what they will leave behind. 

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Amazing book filled with wonder. The story tells us about an extravagant party hosted by four famous siblings to mark the end of the summer. Nevertheless, during the course of a 24-hour period, their lives will change. The annual end-of-summer party hosted by Nina Riva is today, and excitement levels are at an all-time high. Everyone wants to be around the well-known Riva family, which includes Nina, a gifted surfer and supermodel, Jay and Hud, brothers who are both accomplished photographers and surfing champs, and Kit, their adored baby sister. As the children of renowned musician Mick Riva, the siblings together are a source of intrigue in Malibu and throughout the globe. This book was such a ride.


In 'Malibu Rising,' author Taylor Jenkins Reid skillfully transports readers to the sun-soaked shores of Malibu, California, in the 1980s, delivering a gripping and emotionally charged narrative that explores the complexities of love, family, and the indomitable spirit of resilience. The exploration of fame and its impact on personal relationships is a central theme in the novel. Through the lens of the Riva siblings and their father's celebrity status, 'Malibu Rising' delves into the sacrifices, pressures, and disillusionment that can accompany public recognition. The book raises thought-provoking questions about the price of fame and the importance of personal authenticity in the face of external expectations. While the story primarily revolves around the Riva family, the supporting characters add depth and complexity to the narrative. From the Riva siblings' close friends to the intriguing romantic interests, each character contributes to the tapestry of relationships and adds layers of depth to the overall story.