The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner is a terrific book. It hit several marks for me - relationships with our mom, our sisters, and body image.

Zoe wants to be a rock star, but doesn't have the talent, Cassie has the talent but is reluctant to perform in front of an audience - enter a man who divides the sisters, a baby and then estrangement. One of the sisters becomes a recluse, the other has several children and a marriage, one of those children wants to be a star and goes after Cassie to mentor her. Confronting the past is the result.

That's very vague, but I don't want to give anything away because it's just that good. I couldn't put this book down and stayed up all night reading it and it was definitely worth the exhaustion of today.

If you want to laugh and cry and be thoroughly satisfied when the book is finished, look no further!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC in consideration of an honest review. All opinions are my own.

This novel is a compelling tapestry of hope and heartbreak, beautifully illustrating the struggle to mend old wounds while chasing one’s dreams. With her signature blend of wit and warmth, Weiner creates an engrossing read that will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever faced the challenge of reconciling past regrets with the pursuit of new beginnings. And, I absolutely devoured it.

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.

Zoe wants to be a music star, the only problem being her sister Cassie has all the talent. Cassie picks up an instrument easily, sings, and is great at writing songs, but she hates crowds and is uneasy with people. Zoe prevails and they briefly become the Griffin Sisters, the hottest group in rock and roll, until their fame crashed and burned, and Zoe takes away the only man Cassie loved. Years later Zoe has a teenage daughter, Cherry, who shows the same musical talent and wants to be a star. When her mom refuses to help Cherry runs away trying to find her aunt who disappeared years ago and no one has seen since. A story about the price of fame, being sisters, and learning to love and forgive yourself for who you are. A great read that’s perfect for bookclubs with many discussion topics. My favorite Jennifer Weiner book in a long time.

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.