About the Book
The only thing reclusive bookworm Nora, high-powered attorney Christina, and supermom-in-training Leanne ever had in common was their best friend, Molly. When Molly dies, she leaves mysterious gifts and cryptic notes for each of her grieving best friends, along with one final request: that these three mismatched frenemies have brunch together every month for a year.
Filled with heartwrenching scenes and witty prose, Brunch and Other Obligations explores the intricate dynamics of girlhood acquaintances who are forced to reconnect as women. This upbeat novel reminds readers that there’s hope for getting through the hard times in life—with a lot of patience, humor, and a standing brunch date.
My Review
I was a little worried this one might be too emotionally heavy for an empath, but while there were definitely some sad scenes throughout the way, it was never too much for me too handle. I actually didn’t find there to be much action or myself really drawn to the storyline. The pace moved slowly, and the group of frenemies never really clicked for me. While I was able to pick up on the little gifts Molly had left her friends after she died and the bigger picture she hoped for them, which was very touching, I wasn’t very invested in this one.
3 stars
