Giffin writes a very timely novel about sexual abuse and its’ ramifications in this age of ME TOO.and TIME’S UP. It is the story of a mother, Nina, whose life is turned upside down when her entitled and privileged son is implicated in a sex scandal.

This is a perfect book for parents of todays’ youngsters armed with iPhones and cameras always ready to take photos and pass them swiftly through social media. Can it happen to your family? Without a doubt, no parent is immune to the type of scandal that quickly blows around Nina, Kirk and their son Finch. Amazingly, it is the victim, Lyla who is the true heroine.

There is a fine epilogue that pulls it all together, which provides the closure that I found satisfying. This is a great book for a college seminar or book club, an interesting read with lots of topics for timely discussion.

I received an advanced copy of this book for an honest review.
I have been reading Emily Giffin books for as long as she has been writing them. I was thrilled to see that she had a new one in the works.
This book touches on issues that are so real for us in 2018. I felt myself nodding through so much of this story. Giffin does an excellent job developing the characters in a way that draws the reader in and really makes us care for/ root for them. I got this book yesterday morning and I just finished. You will have trouble putting this one down!

Technology and social media are taking over our world, but at what expense to our kids? Emily Giffin’s new book sheds light on the dangers of social media, and the consequences of posting things that you can’t take back. Great read and I couldn’t put it down.

Well, I was given a galley in exchange for an honest review so honest I will be. I have been reading Emily’s books since 2005 so one could definitely say I am a fan of hers. So, the fact that this was so mediocre is a disappointment. It is not a bad book by any means but it is not what I have come to expect from Emily after 13 years as a reader, To be frank, the story drags. I also did not care for the format of an alternating viewpoint each and every chapter. I will say I thought the book was headed in a certain direction and when it didn’t go there I was pleased. I certainly wouldn’t tell people to avoid this book but I will say manage your expectations.