I loved how this book captures the essence of life during wartime and the glamour of Broadway theaters. Vivian, the main character, is a great personality who adds a lot of color to the story. As we follow her journey, we watch her develop into a mature young woman and beyond. I particularly enjoyed the humorous tone of Vivian, and I loved learning about her daring approach to love and sex.
I also loved that it took place in NYC. There are some great descriptions of NYC theater, nightlife, and living large in 1940s NYC as a woman.
But, what really hits home in this story is the message about women and all the complexities that come with their friendships and sexuality and the pressures society places on them.
I listened to this book, and the narrator was incredible. However, I also felt the book could have been shorter.
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