2*
It’s not always sunny in Southern California especially for
three sisters who all get dumped over a single weekend. Finola is a TV talk
show host whose husband Nigel announces his affair with a young country-pop
singer just minutes before she’s supposed to interview her live. Zennie. an OR
nurse, is on a 4th date with Clark when he walks away after questioning her
lack of enthusiasm and her sexual preference. Ali, the youngest and least
attractive, hears the news of her broken engagement, not from the groom, but
from his brother, Daniel. In the ensuing months, each one’s lives is on a
trajectory of self-reflection, personal growth and wish fulfillment. The paths
they take will either bring them together or tear their family apart.
Generally, Mallery’s books are filled with charming
characters, strong, affectionate friendships, humor and some minor to major
roadblocks to happily ever after. This was a less-than-successful departure from
that formula. Most of the supporting characters were appealing, but the central
family, including the judgmental and non-supportive parents, were defined by egocentrism,
denial, or low self-esteem. Rather than eliciting eager expectations, the dialogue
is anxiety-inducing and the story’s lack of depth makes it difficult to engage.
Not Mallery’s best effort.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Harlequin
Mira through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Opinions expressed in
this review are completely my own.
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