‘Hamer’s strength is in the slow, considered revelations that pepper the novel, making it difficult to put down … After The Party forces the reader to confront uncomfortable questions like, How far would you go to protect a child? How clear is the line between right and wrong? And, what does it truly mean to be a good mother?’ —Mamamia
‘Everything I love in a novel – jam-packed with intrigue and humour. After the Party will keep you turning the pages into the early hours.’ —Rachael Johns, bestselling Australian author
‘I guarantee you will recognise your child, your neighbour, your partner or yourself in this story … light-hearted and heart-warming … I can see it being passed from sister to sister, or from girlfriend to girlfriend, with a knowing look, an exasperated sigh and a genuine giggle.’ —Cass Moriarty, author of The Promise Seed and Parting Words
‘… blending the relatable with the extraordinary, Cassie Hamer hits the sweet spot with her debut novel, After The Party …’ —Daily Telegraph
‘In a very clever way, Cassie Hamer has intertwined several stories into one, almost forcing you to keep reading.’ —Starts at Sixty
‘It’s the type of writing I love … Very real and relatable.’ —Debbish.com
‘Sharp and witty prose … well paced, funny, and appealing, and should delight anyone looking for fresh women’s fiction this season.’ —Word Mothers
‘Sensitively crafted … excellent pacing. This one won’t disappoint.’ —Happy Antipodean
‘An enjoyable and often emotional read.’ —Who
‘Cassie Hamer creates a complex cast of characters and circumstances in After the Party, which leads to moments of hilarity, poignancy, and drama. Hamer strikes a careful balance of these elements to craft a novel well worth a weekend on the couch.’ —The Chronicle