Wolitzer, Meg

Wolitzer’s gift for characterization alone does not save the novel. [“Sure to be in demand: an essential purchase”: LJ 3/1/18 starred review of the Riverhead hc.]

The novel skips back and forth, revealing information about each member of the group and covering their triumphs and tragedies over the course of the years. Ultimately, the work hits its own ironic note: Julie's successful and creative friends are far more normal than she'd ever realized. This is certain to attract readers of literary and smart women's fiction. [See Prepub Alert, 10/22/12.]

Wolitzer again tackles a complicated and provocative subject, female sexuality, with creativity and insight. Her fans and readers of women's fiction that's smart and snappy will want this. [See Prepub Alert, LJ 11/1/10.]

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