It’s a piece of news Daphne never expected to hear: Her globe-trotting friend Skylar, who vowed never to get married, is engaged! Time to celebrate in Manhattan—Skylar’s treat, of course. After years scaling the corporate ladder, she can more than afford it.
Daphne arrives in NYC with news of her own—the novel she’s finally finished appears to be going nowhere but the trash bin of every publishing house around. She’s devastated but plans to keep her disappointment under wraps, something that becomes trickier when she sees Skylar’s spectacular apartment. Could her life have been like this if she’d chosen a different path?
What Daphne doesn’t know is she’s not the only one with a secret. Skylar and their friend KC are also holding something back, but what? As the trip unfolds, the truth about each woman emerges, along with tears.
And laughter. And love.
My Thoughts: Who doesn’t love a great friends’ weekend? I definitely couldn’t wait to curl up with these three college friends for a Manhattan getaway, to celebrate something special, and to reconnect.
Bridges was the kind of story that resonated with me, as I have always enjoyed the special connections that I’ve felt with college friends. Add in the perfect setting of Manhattan, and there is nothing better. Girl talk, sharing secrets, and even trying new things.
Daphne was my favorite character, primarily because she was a single mother and an aspiring author. I loved watching her experience her first trip to Manhattan. I could see Skylar’s world from her perspective, including visualizing the fabulous apartment that she shared with her fiancé James. I walked the streets with her and her friends. From the Brooklyn Bridge to the cute boutiques and flea markets, I felt as though I was along for the ride.
I was a little intimidated by Skylar, and even by her soon-to-be stepdaughter Sloane…until one night when Daphne lost her cool and let Skylar have it. It was inevitable that old feelings of envy might creep into their moments together, but those conflicts made them all feel very real. When envy reared its head, the air was cleared and they grew even closer.
Events unfolded in unexpected ways, and by the end of the weekend, I wanted more. More of the friends and their unique connection, and more about Daphne’s writing experiences. 5 stars.
***My e-ARC came to me from the author/publisher via NetGalley.
Glad to read that you enjoyed this so much! It sounds very enjoyable.
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Thanks, Diane, I felt as though I was on a getaway along with the characters.
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I wish I could have a girls’ weekend. I’m lucky to see my friends once a year unfortunately.
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I need one of these getaways, but most of the “girls” are living all over the place, totally engrossed in their lives.
Thanks for visiting, Stefanie.
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I hear you on that. My homegirls are just in the Bay Area but two are nurses and have opposite weekend schedules.
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Geat review and looking forward to reading this one, have it scheduled for a month or so away but good to know you loved it. A treat in store.
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Thanks for stopping by, Kathryn, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
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I’m looking forward to a girls getaway the end of April – living for it 🙂
I read and enjoyed one of Murnane’s previous novels so I’ll keep this one in mind!
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What fun, Mary! Hope you have a fabulous time. Thanks for stopping by, and I enjoyed the Waverly Bryson series, so I was eager to read this one.
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This sounds wonderful and I too enjoy these type of girls weekend reads. Wonderful review Laurel.
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Thanks for stopping by, Kimberly, and I felt as though I was with those girls in Manhattan!
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I enjoy books set in Manhattan. That’s where I live 🙂
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Oh, you lucky person, Karen! I live there in my dreams….Thanks for stopping by.
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