The Friends We Keep: A Novel

This novel was written with the charm, flair and realism I’ve come to love from this author. Mallery invites us into this pocket of LA with a fantastic small town feel for an emotionally enriching novel that I couldn’t put down. I love the way that she develops this intimate story, weaving the lives of her many characters together, creating a community feel that I thoroughly loved. I love the intimate look we get at the lives of the women that Mallery has created. I also appreciated the different personalities and lives that I got a look at. The Jairus/Nicole dynamic was a hoot. It was fun seeing their relationship from the ground floor. As understandable as Hayley’s pain was I found that she took it too far, especially at the beginning of the book, almost acting like a spoiled child. On the other hand, I was all on board with Gabby’s emotional and gut level reactions. I loved her to death. She was definitely my favourite character. Not only did I enjoy these women, but getting to know their entire families made the picture so much more complete. This is a comical and life altering read. I couldn’t put it down from cover to cover. Please note that I received a complimentary copy of this work in exchange for an honest review.

This is amazing you will laugh, cry, and wish you had girl friends like this. It goes to show you that you can over come anything with a solid support system. This book will grab you and not let you go way after you have put it down for the last time.

I was so excited to return to Mischief Bay, and make new friends and it did not disappoint me. Three woman who have a binding friendship that show so much support to each other, with their trials and tribulations in their personal lives. This book shows the true bonds of friendships they we really all need in our personal lives. You will find yourself cheering with them, laughing with them and of course tears. This is a book that should be read by all woman!