This is my second Wolitzer novel and I enjoyed it just as much as I did the first one, perhaps even more. I really like stories that follow a group of friends; I like seeing the inevitable changes that life wroughts. Wolitzer’s 2013 novel examines life, love, friendships, and relationships in a way that is fresh, interesting, and realistic. I felt drawn in by each character and their situation, and was impressed by how Wolitzer was able to twist their individual stories into the bigger picture. I was also impressed by how Wolitzer told the story. At some points in the novel, the story is told non-linearly, which I enjoyed and felt gave the novel depth and interest.