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Grand Avenue

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For twenty years, four women—Chris, Barbara, Susan, and Vicki—navigated the complexities of friendship, marriage, motherhood, and even murder. Their lives seemed idyllic, filled with shared joys and challenges. However, one friend is left to reflect on the unraveling of their once-strong bonds, examining how dreams turned into nightmares and friendships faded. Chris enjoyed a fulfilling life in her modest home, but her husband’s dissatisfaction forced her to sacrifice her own happiness. Barbara focused on maintaining her beauty for her professor husband, yet his infidelity with younger students shattered her world. Susan, who became a successful magazine editor after balancing college and motherhood, faced a flirtation that threatened her carefully constructed life. Vicki, a prominent trial lawyer, achieved professional success at the cost of her marriage and family. Through deep exploration of her characters' minds and hearts, Joy Fielding reveals the hidden secrets within even the closest relationships. This powerful narrative delves into the nature of friendship, the bonds women create, and the essence of unconditional love.

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Grand Avenue, Joy Fielding

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Released
2001
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(Hardcover),
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Language
English
Publisher
Atria
Released
2001
Format
Hardcover
Pages
392
ISBN10
0743407075
ISBN13
9780743407076
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First published
2001
Original title
Grand Avenue
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For twenty years, four women—Chris, Barbara, Susan, and Vicki—navigated the complexities of friendship, marriage, motherhood, and even murder. Their lives seemed idyllic, filled with shared joys and challenges. However, one friend is left to reflect on the unraveling of their once-strong bonds, examining how dreams turned into nightmares and friendships faded. Chris enjoyed a fulfilling life in her modest home, but her husband’s dissatisfaction forced her to sacrifice her own happiness. Barbara focused on maintaining her beauty for her professor husband, yet his infidelity with younger students shattered her world. Susan, who became a successful magazine editor after balancing college and motherhood, faced a flirtation that threatened her carefully constructed life. Vicki, a prominent trial lawyer, achieved professional success at the cost of her marriage and family. Through deep exploration of her characters' minds and hearts, Joy Fielding reveals the hidden secrets within even the closest relationships. This powerful narrative delves into the nature of friendship, the bonds women create, and the essence of unconditional love.