A heart-warming, fun, rollicking family story. In the vein, albeit different, of Daisy Jones & The Six - a tale of music and it's interweaving connections. A winner for people of all ages and backgrounds.

I have not read a Jennifer Weiner book in some time, but the summary of this one caught my eye. I'm so glad William Morris & Netgalley provided me a copy. I read this book in 3 days... I could not put it down! I enjoyed the back and forth of timelines, the multiple perspectives of Zoe, Cassie and Cherry, and I adored the ending. I did find Zoe sometimes hard to like and I felt she got off easy in some respects... But I loved how Jennifer Weiner tackled the 90's and 2000's music scene, fatphobia, the desire of fame, what does being famous really mean, and what can and should women want in their lives. I also loved that all three protagonists had different ideas of this (especially women can/should want in their lives). This will be a great read for fans of women's fiction, pop music, the early aughts, and Jennifer Weiner books when it comes out in 2025.

Jennifer Weiner writes novels that are wonderful and more wonderful! This is a “more wonderful “ book. The story centers around three women, sisters Zoe and Cassie, and Zoe’s daughter, Cherry. The sisters became a legend during their short musical career. Now, it is Cherry who wants the opportunity to become a musician. . Not so easy! Her aunt and her mother have been estranged for TWENTY years and her aunt Cassie has been hiding in Alaska, isolated, during those years.

So begins a totally engrossing novel about these women. As usual the writing is crisp and engaging. Weiner takes us through their birth, childhood and searing rivalry as they became the Griffin Sisters. The author shows an incredible sensitivity when writing about women who deal with weight issues or who make foolish choices when very young.

This is simply a tremendous novel which readers will love. Book groups will find many issues to discuss. The culture of the changing music industry is fascinating, from albums TO CDs to SPOTIFY. I would say this is Weiner’s best, most complex novel since Mrs. America.

Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this extraordinary novel.