This gives Firefly Lane vibes but lacks likeable characters which made it near impossible to be invested in Iris and Gwens journey. The nice thing about this book is that its fast paced enough that I didn't feel like the plot was dragging which made it an easy read.

I really enjoyed this book of two friends with very different lives that found their way back to each other after so long apart. It is a testament to true friendship that they were able to see each other for who they were and support each other through the rough stuff. Great book!

I must firstly apologise for the amount of time it has taken me to provide a review of this book, my health was rather bad for quite some time, something that had me in hospital on numerous occasions and simply didnt leave me with the time I once had to do what I love most.

Unfortunately that does mean I have missed the archive date for many of these books, so It would feel unjust throwing any review together without being able to pay attention to each novel properly.

However, I am now back to reading as before and look forward to sharing my honest reviews as always going forward. I thank you f0r the patience and understanding throughout x

I wanted to read this book for so long. And I'm sorry, but I could not finish this book. The main characters were annoying as f*ck, and I couldn't get the author's narrative or plot.

This one was very meh for me, I thought the plot started off interesting but didn't really hold enough oomph to keep me reeled in. Likable characters don't necessarily equate to a likable book, but in this case I really couldn't get past how much the main characters rubbed me the wrong way. I think this is a case of "good book, just not for me"

A story that is very relatable in many peoples lives. Really enjoyed reading this book. Well written and easy to read and follow. Perfect holiday reading.

Nice easy ready, would enjoy on the beach. Would have been nice if the book was more body positive, it grated a bit.

Sometimes I find it hard to relate to characters in their 30s because I'm only in my 20s but the conversations around the pressures of adulthood really stuck with me. This is a book I'll be recommending continuously

Cute read! Perfect for those who like friendship fiction novels. The only complaint I have is that the MC complained a lot about her weight. Wish there had been more body positivity!

This was a book I grabbed from the “read now” feature which I thought sounded interesting but then couldn’t get into.

Loved this book! So relatable, heartwarming and endearing - shedding so much light on the emotional struggles in friendships we often don't speak about. It resonated with me. If you like reading about relationships, their dynamics, and connections that define us, do pick this up!

Although i wasnt super engrossed with this one i liked the flow and felt it was cute i would recommend people that love cute books to read this one

Gwen and Iris are the two main characters in the novel. Even though as younger girls they were inseparable, life and their diverse backgrounds drew them apart . As adults, their lifestyles couldn't be more different; Iris as a wealthy, sophisticated, and fashionable Upper East Side wife and Gwen as a suburban woman living happily in her hometown.

The dual narrative was definitely a well needed element to the novel, as we gain perspective into their lives ups and downs, but also the rekindling of their relationship. The themes of friendship, self-identity, and love are powerful throughout the novel with the interesting writing being an extra component.

The only setback I could identify in the book was the slow beginning, it could’ve potentially put me off but I really wanted to give it a try. Overall, good characters, moving plot, and relatable writing.

Props to the marketing and Graphic Design team for the beautiful book cover, it's definitely eye catching!

Bravo!

Thank you Netgalley and the Publisher for my ARC in exchange for my honest review. I skimmed thru alot of this book. It wouldn't hold my attention.

This book had me at the cover! so cute.

I liked this book and really enjoyed Megan Leavell's writing style and how she captured my interest.

I found the pace of the book to be a little slow, but overall i found it to be entertaining and funny and found myself at times reflecting on my own relationships/friendships.

i'm sorry, it was a did not finish for me. i couldn't get into it. I don't like to DNF books, but this one was difficult for me.

A Tale of Life..
Of friendships, of love and a tale of life. A journey of people meeting again. As chapters alternate between main players, Gwen and Iris, the reader sees both sides of the coin. Do either of them have the perfect life? Is the grass greener. Truthfully, probably not. A gentle read with deftly drawn and relatable characters

This wasn't the book I was hoping for, nor expected, from the blurb. It started incredibly slowly, and I felt never really picked up again. Although I did enjoy the premise of two friends reconnecting after a long stint without contact, it just didn't hit for me.

This wasn't what I expected from the book description, but it was okay, no more, no less. It was slow, too slow for me, and sometimes felt like a chore to pick it up again, but all in all, it was just fine.

I had very high expectations for this book, and while it did meet some of these expectations, the book dragged on for me. It was very slow at parts, and I had to force myself to continue reading. I could appreciate their relationship, however, and it felt very real - definitely relatable for people that have gone through similar traumas. Overall, it was a quick read that I enjoyed, but wouldn't pick up again.