Not sure I would like this from the sample but this book unraveled in an interesting and unique way and was a compelling read in the end. I liked the writing style which emphasized the dichotomy of two sisters’ challenging relationship .

Great story about siblings similar to my daughters. At the moment they are at odds , but I pray that love wins out in the end .

Waste of your money and time. Pointless Senseless and leaves you hanging...

I love all her books and this one did not disappoint.

[ I received this book last summer as part of a Read It Forward giveaway promotion from Ballantine Books, and am way behind in this read/review which I do voluntarily. How I received it has no influence on what I have written] "Grief is a mystery to be lived through, not a problem to be solved" Two sisters, Josephine and Meredith live in Atlanta where they grew up. Everything was so good until their brother Daniel is killed on his birthday in a car accident. It becomes a tragically defining moment, changing absolutely everything in the family as they all drift apart. Josie becomes a primary schoolteacher, Meredith a lawyer and after divorcing, Mom becomes a real estate agent and Dad goes deeper into alcoholism. Everybody loses. Maybe not loses. Maybe just live up to different expectations. They each mourn in their own ways, some good, some not so much. But their choices have brought others into their lives: husband, children, different couplings along the way, for better and for worse. Meredith comes to crossroads in her marriage. Josie makes decisions and finally follows through with them. The dance of maturity brings pain and joy as they deal with not being stuck. This book has begun its second big push as it goes into paperback and I really don't want to give any more of the plot away. I felt this, my first Griffin book, was a very satisfyingly read that kept me wondering what might happen next. It also felt real, it really could, or maybe even has happened. This will not be my last book by this author. Four 1/2 stars

What was I thinking, buying this? The worst compilation, of whiny, self-centered writing I've read- I could not even finish it. The characters are shallow, one dimensional and down right boring. They complain about everything and there is no story line. If you are into white supremacy, and first world problems, this is your book. Yes- I am also wondering how this ended up on my reading list. Oh by the way the way she devalues rescue dogs is despicable.

Kept my attention. Didn't care for Meredith's character but I guess it's part of the story. Ending could've been better but overall kept me turning the pages and feeling for the characters.

This book was more than good! I love Emily, I have read all her books! I hope there is a squeal to this one ! Would love to know what happens with Josie, Gabe, Meredith, Nolan and Pete!!! Xoxo

Emily Griffin is one of my favorite authors but this book missed the boat. Not an enjoyable read at all. Characters were unlikeable. The story dragged with no real high points. And the ending was terrible. Just a bummed out reading experience.

Normally, Griffin writes with twists and turns that make you wanting more and keep you reading." First Comes Love" was a fine read just not the normal heart bumping drama that come from her other girly reads. Still a fan of Griffin and will continue reading her work.