I still haven't seen this movie (I know, I know) but knew I wanted to start with the book... and honestly, I didn't enjoy it. It was slow, seemed to jump all over the place between the different women, and was way too long to me. I said several times while reading that "this book is boring" which is never a good sign. Based on what I've heard about the movie, though, it sounds like they took what really is an interesting subject matter and fascinating women and made the story really come to life, which I think this book failed to do well.