Called “tough love at its finest” by Booklist in a starred review, this humorous novel is a great fit for readers who enjoy contemporary fiction about family, fresh…
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After moving her family from suburban Dallas to Manhattan, Allison Brinkley finds herself overwhelmed by city life, a lost job, and an unexpected encounter with Carter Reid, a famous teenage pop star preparing for Broadway. Their unlikely connection opens the door to an opportunity that helps Allison find her footing in New York. Called “tough love at its finest” by Booklist in a starred review, this humorous novel is a great fit for readers who enjoy contemporary fiction about family, fresh starts, and unexpected friendships.
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About the book
In a smart and funny novel by the award-winning author of the critically acclaimed “big-hearted, charming” (The Washington Post) Small Admissions, a family’s move to New York City brings surprises.
Allison Brinkley—wife, mother, and unflappable optimist—discovers that her decision to pack up and move her family from suburban Dallas to the glittery chaos of Manhattan may have been more complicated than she and her husband initially thought. New York is more unruly and bewildering than she expected, defying the notions she developed from romantic movies and a memorable childhood visit. After a humiliating call from the principal’s office and the loss of the job she was counting on, Allison begins to accept that New York may not suit her after all.
When she has a fender-bender, witnessed by a flock of mothers at her son’s new school, she is led to the penthouse apartment of a luxurious Central Park West building and encounters a spoiled, hungover, unsupervised teenager who looks familiar. It doesn’t take long to recognize him as Carter Reid—a famous pop star who has been cast in a new Broadway musical. Through this brush with stardom, Allison embraces a unique and unexpected opportunity that helps her find her way in the heart of Manhattan.
“A tribute to Broadway, teen celebrity life, and a mother who has now seen it all, this work is tough love at its finest and a great read for those wanting a ride on the wild side” (Booklist, starred review).
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