Fan CastingMalibu Rising (book)

by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Story added by artegurl on August 12, 2022

Malibu 1983. Four famous siblings throw an epic party to celebrate the end of the summer. But over the course of one night, each of their lives will be changed forever in this propulsive novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six. Malibu is buzzing with anticipation for Nina Riva's annual party. Everyone wants to be in the company of the famous Rivas: Nina, the surfer and model; her brothers, Jay and Hud, one a championship surfer, the other his renowned photographer; and Kit, the adored baby of the family. As if that picture-perfect family isn't enough, their father is Mick Riva, the legendary singer. By m...read more

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Fan Casting Mick Riva

Role added by kamsismith on April 14, 2023

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Mick Riva, the absent father of the Riva siblings, is introduced as the arsonist who sets fire to Nina’s home. Mick’s presence looms over the novel, casting a shadow on his children’s lives. He is driven by a desire for attention and wealth, which leads him to abandon his family. Despite acknowledging his father’s flaws, Mick falls into the same pattern of womanizing as he gains fame through his singing career. He deludes himself into thinking he can be a good man and finds solace in the belief that leaving his children alone is a redemptive act. Mick’s actions haunt his children and shape their lives, despite his physical absence.