The Trivia Night

By: Ali Lowe

Narrated by: Kate Winter, Taryn Ryan, Vivien Carter

The events at a school fundraiser night get quickly out of hand, and the fallout leads to devastating results for a group of four couples....

Question: How long does it take to tear someone's life apart?

Answer: Sometimes just one night.

From the outside the parents of the kindergarten class at Darley Heights primary school seem to have it all. Living in the wealthy Sydney suburbs, it's a community where everyone knows each other - and secrets don't stay secret for long.

The big date in the calendar is the school's annual fundraising trivia night, but when the evening gets raucously out of hand, talk turns to partner-swapping. Initially scandalised, it's not long before a group of parents make a reckless one-night-only pact.

But in the harsh light of day, those involved must face the fallout of their behaviour. As they begin to navigate the shady aftermath of their wild night, the truth threatens to rip their perfect lives apart - and revenge turns fatal.

The Trivia Night is a gripping domestic debut novel full of shocking reveals, perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty and Sally Hepworth.

©2022 Ali Lowe (P)2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited

So enjoyable!

I was a bit hesitant to order this book, as it sounded like a rip off of "Big Little Lies" (set in Australia, a trivia night gone awry, a mystery death, group of unlikely friends thrown together), but I'm so glad I gave it a chance! It was a fun, easy listen, and took a few twists and turns that I never expected. I thought the narrators we excellent, especially the one who does the voice of Amanda - she brought so much life to the story and character, and her comedic timing was excellent. I wouldn't necessarily have called this a mystery or a thriller...maybe a dramedy? But I loved it nonetheless. It's a great beach read (or listen)!

Strange

The beginning of the book for me, did not match the last 2 hours, which in turn didn’t line up well with the epilogue.
Overall it was an “Oh, ok??” Feeling I got at the end

Sooooo goood!

I was obsessed with this audiobook! I loved the characters and storyline and will be committing to more books by this author! Love a new (to me) author.

so fun!

This book was so fun, not super deep but surprisingly great! The characters were well thought out, as well as the story line. Took a few chapters to get the people straight, so don't give up.

A psychological study in depravity

An interesting and unusual plot. Could it really happen? Depending on your circle of friends and influence, possibly. Would you give in to the pressure? Possibly! It took a while to put together who was who and who belonged to whom! Some definite curve balls in the story. Some parts are far fetched but can be plausible given the right circumstances. Overall a good study of what our actions can engender. All actions have consequences. Can these consequences be overcome? The story will tell you. Not a mystery; more of a character study of flawed people facing peer pressure and their reactions and consequences.