A Line of Blood by Ben McPherson

This novel is a read-alike for Girl on the Train for the following reasons:

• Domestic and suburban UK setting
• Unknowable narrator
• Creeper vibe

Circling the Sun by Paula McLain

• A fascinating novel about an independent woman struggling to find fit into society.
• The novel combines both deep character development and a quick plot.  The main character doesn't sit still long.
• I enjoyed this novel much more than The Paris Wife.  Circling the Sun is less quaint.
• In the end, I found myself cheering for the main character.

The Uncoupling by Meg Wolitzer

• This novel has a domestic fairy tale feel.  There are elements that are realistic and others that are mystical.
• The novel centers around a married couple who both teach high school and what happens when one no longer desires the other.
• The novel's plot is unexpected.
• The ending is a bit too neat.

Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarty

After hearing a bit of buzz about this title I picked it up.

• The story is told from multiple viewpoints.  This strategy highlights the role that gossip plays.  It also demonstrates different perceptions of the same event.
• Moriarty balances character development and action throughout the novel.  The characters are complex.
• The narrator of the audiobook does an excellent job of conveying when there is a change in narrator.

Among the Ten Thousand Things by Julie Pierpont

• Pierpont explores the impact of infidelity on a marriage.
• The novel incorporates several narrators, often switching quickly between narrators.
• There are many novels about infidelity. This novel takes a new look about infidelity and the implications one partner's actions have on a family.
• After reading this I don't feel like I really knew any of the characters.
• Overall, an enjoyable read.

Dumplin' by Julie Murphy

• This YA novel will appeal to adult readers too.
• The novel follows a summer and fall school semester of high school student Willowdean.
• The main character is likable, has faults, and is learning about herself.
• As can be expected with a YA novel, there are love interests, frenemies, and conflict with parents.
• It is a quick-paced read that has a satisfying conclusion.

The Governor's Wife by Michael Harvey

• I wanted a quick read following a 720 page epic.  This was it.
• Quick paced with a smattering of dark characters.
• A standard thriller.