To be perfectly honest, this book is a bit uncomfortable to read. That’s kind of what makes it so amazing. As a woman, I sometimes saw myself in the role of one of the three main characters. But, to my chagrin, I also saw myself reflected in those around them that judged them.

Other than a few circumstances with Emerson, the author doesn’t really get into detail about the weight or overall size of these women. We know Marley is curvy and considered overweight by most standards, but also takes care of her health with regular exercise. We know Georgia has always been ridiculed for her weight, although we also know she is smaller than either Emerson or Marley and is very particular about the foods she eats. I found this to be a great tactic by the author as the reader can put herself into any character’s shoes throughout the story.

As much as this is a very deep story with several layers, it still had moments of joy and laughter. I absolutely adore the relationship these women have and how they are able to say and do anything without judgement with one another. Marley’s family is wonderful. There are some definite issues with her mom and how she deals with grief, but overall they are such a loving and supportive bunch it’s hard not to want to be part of their inner circle. Georgia’s family, for the most part, sucks balls. My stomach would literally ache while reading some of the interactions and memories Georgia had of her mom and brother. And the interactions between Georgia’s brother and nephew brought me to tears more than once. So, what I guess I’m trying to say, is this story is a bit of an emotional roller coaster.

The love these women find, and think they find, along the way are an added bonus to this story. I think many have been in Marley’s shoes at some point in life, wondering if there’s more to a relationship than being a booty call. Georgia’s insecurities that tear her love life apart bit by bit. And Emerson latching onto a man who is so kind and loving in some ways that it’s hard to see he’s not as altruistic as it first seems.

It’s no surprise this book comes from Kristan Higgins. She is a master at getting to the heart of women and their relationships.