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Cocktails for Three

Madeleine Wickham
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Cocktails for Three

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Madeleine Wickham

Cocktails for Three

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

301

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Cocktails for Three by Madeleine Wickham follows three friends, Maggie, Roxanne, and Candice, who navigate their personal and professional lives while meeting monthly for drinks. Each woman faces unique challenges and secrets that test their friendship and resilience. The story explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the strength of female bonds.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

42,911 ratings

49%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Cocktails for Three by Madeleine Wickham offers an engaging yet predictable story focused on friendship and personal growth among three women. The narrative is praised for its relatable characters and lighthearted charm but receives criticism for its occasional lack of depth and formulaic plot. Overall, it’s a pleasant, if not groundbreaking, read.

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Who Should Read Cocktails for Three?

Readers who enjoy contemporary women’s fiction with relatable characters, such as those in Sophie Kinsella’s Confessions of a Shopaholic or Jane Green’s Jemima J, will appreciate Cocktails for Three by Madeleine Wickham. This novel is perfect for fans of friendship stories and humorous, yet insightful, explorations of personal and professional lives.

3.8

42,911 ratings

49%

Loved it

35%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

301

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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