There were some things I didn't like about this book, like a main character who I found difficult to love, or some deliberate cruelty from the writer towards the characters (sometimes). It was hard for me to identify with the characters.

But I liked the fact that they are all well depicted women, the themes, the chronology, and living in New York for a while.

It's a first novel, so there is room for improvement. I wish I could write a first novel! Well done, Julie. Keep it up!