I rarely give book 1 star. The last 1 star book I read was 10 years ago and usually the lowest star that I give is 1,5 to 2 stars. However, Moorewood Family Rules kinda break the pattern. I think the biggest letdown about this book is because its marketed as Knives Out meet Ocean's Eight (or Eleven or whatev). I watch Knives Out and the mystery that surround dysfunctional family was totally my forte. Even Ocean's Eight also fun to watch and the only similarities that Moorewood Family Rules have with that movie is both the heroine just come out from prison.

This book is not fun to read.

Usually I don't mind to read about dysfunctional family, but that not the case with Moorewood. I admit the introductions and the family interactions at first was interesting and funny. But then, I just don't really care. TStory was boring and the plot seems jumbled. Jay and his daughters are more compelling compared to Jillian. The mystery is nowhere to be seen. The family drama was insufferable to read. The romance? Blah, a little to almost none chemistry between Jillian and her bodyguard, Beck. I don't mind insta-lust or the fade to black sex scene, but they really have no chemistry or zings whatsoever. Their bantering just feel flat. I feel that Beck's characterization also flat and I don't really care about him at all. The big reveal about who make Jillian go to prison also not that big at all. The culprit who targeted Jillian's life also laughable. The ending is too simple. For all the wuss and fuss also ultimatum that Jillian give to Jay and his daughters, the lack of drama in the end was disappointing

Conclusion: This book is boring. With capital B.

The only good thing about this book is the cover, lol. And I also buy the e-book in sale version, so I'm happy I didn't waste money to buy the physical copy.