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The First Wives Club

Olivia Goldsmith
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The First Wives Club

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001

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Olivia Goldsmith

The First Wives Club

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The First Wives Club by Olivia Goldsmith follows three women who band together after their divorces to seek justice against their ex-husbands who wronged them. Utilizing their combined talents and newfound solidarity, they navigate empowerment and revenge in an often humorous yet poignant tale of transformation and friendship.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

21,174 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The First Wives Club by Olivia Goldsmith offers a sharp, entertaining look at friendship and revenge as three divorcées reclaim their lives. Positive reviews highlight its wit and engaging plot, while critics note its occasionally stereotypical characters and predictability. Overall, it's praised for its humor and empowerment message, despite some clichéd elements.

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Who Should Read The First Wives Club?

Readers who enjoy witty, empowering narratives about female friendship and revenge will love The First Wives Club. Fans of Candace Bushnell's Sex and the City and Sophie Kinsella's Confessions of a Shopaholic will appreciate the humor and camaraderie. Perfect for those who enjoy sophisticated, yet relatable, women-centered stories.

4.2

21,174 ratings

66%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New York City • 1990s

Publication Year

2001

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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