Thank you to Alcove Press and Annie for allowing me to read an ARC of "The Friendship Breakup."

As someone in their mid-twenties with no kids, a husband, and two dogs, I was sold on wanting to read this book because of the main character, Fallon's, love of chocolate. However, I ended up connecting with her on more levels than I was expecting.

Fallon is on the brink of turning 40. She has a kid named Maya and a husband named Matt who she's been married to for 15 years. Now that Maya is 7 and old enough to go to school, Fallon is reaching a turning point in her life: her mommy BFF won't speak with her, she's looking to start a new business, and her family history gets turned on its head as Fallon begins self-reflection the closer she gets to her birthday.

There are SO many storylines in this book that get wrapped up with a neat bow at the end, which I thoroughly enjoyed. If you've ever had a friendship break up, regardless of age, you'll enjoy this book. You'll be rooting for Fallon to catch a break after each quirky/clumsy/human mistake she makes along the way.

I wish privilege was addressed a bit more in this contemporary book, but otherwise, a sweet, cozy read that will have you gasping at the twist and turns it takes.