‘WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY’ BY LAUREN WEISBERGER

I must confess that I’m mad for Lauren Weisberger. Everything she writes makes me smile—from her all-time classic THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA to its endearing sequels, not to mention her non- Prada outings (especially 2006 EVERYONE WORTH KNOWING which I really need to discuss soon). Nothing she gets out passes me by and her latest, WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY (now out from Random House Publishing Group), is no different. As the others, I devoured this one in no time. The story is set in the world of morning shows. Well some of it is, the rest focuses on suburbia and its many ups and downs, especially when it involves the sister of the famed protagonist, who is caught in a scandal. I won’t go too far, but let’s just say that the author borrowed somewhat from a true to life event that has made headlines all over the world not too long ago (think Lori Loughlin, et al.).  

Indeed, WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY relies on that scandal but it’s the after the fact situations that really sells the novel.  I couldn’t wait to find out the outcome for these strong-willed but flawed women. WHERE THE GRASS IS GREEN AND THE GIRLS ARE PRETTY is fast-paced, narratively stimulating, and a joy from start to finish. Sure, I had a pretty good idea of where it was all going, but it barely mattered, for the main characters were sympathetic enough for me to enjoy the ride despite the obvious. So, of course, I give this novel the highest praise and I look forward to Lauren Weisberger’s next addictive offering which will probably see the light of day in a couple of years—if based on the cycle of release from her backlist. But hey, take your time, talented lady. You know we’ll be waiting.

 

My thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for this ARC.

 

Until next post—Martin

August 2021 UK Edition