Thank you NetGalley & Gallery Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review. This review is also posted on Goodreads.

I have...mixed feelings about this book. I was very intrigued going into it - the promise of a split time line between friends, and the air of mystery of what happened between them all those years ago. However, I was left unsatisfied with the plot and the characters. The "vibe" and setting of the book was great. Summertime in the East Hampton's during the 1960's and 1970's, with a big focus on music. This was what warranted two (1.5) stars for me.

Thea and Margot haven't seen each other in ten years, when Margot suddenly shows up in Thea's house asking for help. Thea, although reluctant at first, can't help but give into Margot and help her hide out from authorities (so Margot claims). Thea is quickly back under Margot's spell. As Thea grapples with what to do, she constantly refers back to "what happened all those years ago", bringing in this almost sinister feeling.

As the story continues, we jump from 1977 back to 1967, learning how Margot and Thea came to be best friends. Thea has been experiencing some extremely tough, down on her luck times when she meets Margot, the rich summer socialite. Thus begins Thea's adventures with Margot. She is totally entranced with Margot's zest for life and big ideas, that she doesn't see Margot is ultimately not a good person & continuously uses her.

Overall, I thought there was not enough substance in the plot or between the characters. Everything felt...flat. I struggled to get through it and had to push myself to finish it. The "twist" was predictable, and it didn't add much to the plot for me. If there had been a bit more play into the mystery of what happened between the friends / a livelier lead up to the twist, I think I would have enjoyed it more.

* I was given an ARC in return for a fair and honest review.
I just couldn't finish this one. It sounded interesting, but just turned out to be fluffy chick lit. If you like chick lit I'd recommend it. Lots of descriptions of clothing and focuses on friendship between women. If this is your thing, you'll love it. I need more substance from a book.

A perfect, charming, Summer read with hints of history, glitz, glam and suspense. The writing is rich in detail, making you feel as if you're there along for the ride with Thea and Margot. A must-read this Summer!

This is a fun, sparkling read that will be perfect for summer beach bags.

The friendship between Margot and Thea is immediately compelling, and the author does a wonderful job of evoking the time period. The rupture of the friendship is a dramatic moment -- and they don't see each other for 10 years. When they reunite, they're not sure they can trust each other, which adds to the tension and keeps the reader turning the pages. Ultimately this is a coming of age story. It should appeal to fans of historical and women's fiction. It's a pretty light/frothy story, and I definitely enjoyed it.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the complimentary e-galley; all opinions in this review are 100% my own.