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howifeelaboutbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Lindsey and Alex are fraternal twins and complete opposites. One is the "smart" twin, and one is the "pretty" twin. Though Lindsey is on the road to major success at an ad agency in New York City, she's always been jealous of Alex, who things seem to come easy to because she's beautiful. When Lindsey's job spirals out of control, she moves back home to Bethesda, Maryland. There she learns a lot about family, her sister, and who Lindsey really is. Another great read by Pekkanen that will suck you right in.
bethaniekay's review against another edition
3.0
This was a surprisingly good read, with many facets to the story and the characters. I liked the underlying theme of personas, sterotypes, and labels. It was interesting how the labels the sisters had attached to themselves (or, that others attached to them) changed over time, and in various circumstances, and really made you think about why we put such labels on ourselves (and others) in the first place. I thought the story had some interesting twists, and overall it was a good read.
jmrkls1's review against another edition
3.0
Have not read a chick lit book in a while. Liked this one-kinda reminded me of my twin and I.
deschatjes's review against another edition
3.0
Good wholesome family story of 2 sisters & the assumptions one makes about beauty vs brains that become a reality.
nderiley's review against another edition
2.0
I'll start this review fairly by saying I generally don't like - to the point where I don't finish - chicklit. This wasn't that bad though and was a quick light read. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone but I wouldn't mock anyone if I saw them reading it either...
slsmith118's review against another edition
3.0
Just ok. Cute, albeit fairly predictable story, but the ending was too abrupt for my liking.
oreo143z's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed this novel.Can't wait for her next one!
judithdcollins's review against another edition
5.0
OMG – Loved this book! The only issue --I have read ALL Sarah’s books and savored this one as carefully as the last delightful crumb. I enjoyed her humor, style, and the characters which were so realistic (Lindsey was my favorite as can relate to the workaholic tendencies (being in the advertising arena) loved her journey in recreating herself with the makeup, new clothes, the dating service, her new home, and her new friendship/partnership with May).
The parents were a riot (I thought I had the only weird parents). Did not like Alex in the beginning; however, you learn to really like her by the end. Amazing story of two sisters finding their way back to one another. Loved the happy ending! Would love to see a sequel and continuation of Alex/Bradley and Lindsey/Matt to see where they end up –exciting journeys.
Highly recommend this read and all Sarah’s books – they are five star quality ++. She reminds me of Jennifer Weiner (also another favorite author)--Wickedly funny, sassy, and insightful.
The parents were a riot (I thought I had the only weird parents). Did not like Alex in the beginning; however, you learn to really like her by the end. Amazing story of two sisters finding their way back to one another. Loved the happy ending! Would love to see a sequel and continuation of Alex/Bradley and Lindsey/Matt to see where they end up –exciting journeys.
Highly recommend this read and all Sarah’s books – they are five star quality ++. She reminds me of Jennifer Weiner (also another favorite author)--Wickedly funny, sassy, and insightful.
arseniobham's review against another edition
2.0
I bought this at the behest of Jennifer Weiner, one of my all-time favorite authors, but I'm sorry to say it doesn't hold a candle to JW.
mbrandmaier's review against another edition
3.0
Lindsey always feels overshadowed by her beautiful twin sister Alex, so moves to NYC and immerses herself in a high-powered career. But a chain of events leads to Lindsey's return home to the DC metro area and to Lindsey learning that things are not quite the way she thought they were.