Firefly Lane
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The #1 New York Times bestseller―now a #1 Netflix series!In the turbulent summer of 1974, Kate Mularkey has accepted her place at the bottom of the eighth-grade social food chain. Then, to her amazement, the "coolest girl in the world" moves in across the street and wants to be her friend. Tully Hart seems to have it all---beauty, brains, ambition. On the surface they are as opposite as two people can be: Kate, doomed to be forever uncool, with a loving family who mortifies her at every turn. Tully, steeped in glamour and mystery, but with a secret that is destroying her. They make a pact to be best friends forever; by summer's end they've become TullyandKate. Inseparable.So begins Kristin Hannah's magnificent new novel. Spanning more than three decades and playing out across the ever-changing face of the Pacific Northwest, Firefly Lane is the poignant, powerful story of two women and the friendship that becomes the bulkhead of their lives. From the beginning, Tully is desperate to prove her worth to the world. Abandoned by her mother at an early age, she longs to be loved unconditionally. In the glittering, big-hair era of the eighties, she looks to men to fill the void in her soul. But in the buttoned-down nineties, it is television news that captivates her. She will follow her own blind ambition to New York and around the globe, finding fame and success . . . and loneliness. Kate knows early on that her life will be nothing special. Throughout college, she pretends to be driven by a need for success, but all she really wants is to fall in love and have children and live an ordinary life. In her own quiet way, Kate is as driven as Tully. What she doesn't know is how being a wife and mother will change her . . . how she'll lose sight of who she once was, and what she once wanted. And how much she'll envy her famous best friend. . . .For thirty years, Tully and Kate buoy each other through life, weathering the storms of friendship---jealousy, anger, hurt, resentment. They think they've survived it all until a single act of betrayal tears them apart . . . and puts their courage and friendship to the ultimate test.Firefly Lane is for anyone who ever drank Boone's Farm apple wine while listening to Abba or Fleetwood Mac. More than a coming-of-age novel, it's the story of a generation of women who were both blessed and cursed by choices. It's about promises and secrets and betrayals. And ultimately, about the one person who really, truly knows you---and knows what has the power to hurt you . . . and heal you. Firefly Lane is a story you'll never forget . . . one you'll want to pass on to your best friend. Review: Par Excellence!! - Loved this book!! A heart touching and enthralling story!! Hats off to Kristin Hannah!! One of the best novels on Friendship which I have ever read!! A Must Read!! Review: Brilliant book must read - Awesome book
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 56,843 Reviews |
S**L
Par Excellence!!
Loved this book!! A heart touching and enthralling story!! Hats off to Kristin Hannah!! One of the best novels on Friendship which I have ever read!! A Must Read!!
A**R
Brilliant book must read
Awesome book
P**Y
Engrossing
Reminded me of Jodi Picoult's writing. A lovely story about the friendship between two girls/women. The ups and downs, highs and lows. A bit repetitive in parts, but definitely worth a read.
V**T
Must read
Superb novel loved it
A**I
A book about female friendship.
Firefly Lane by Kristin Hannah is a compelling novel that delves into the intricacies of female friendship. The story begins in the summer of 1974, when Kate Mularkey, a socially isolated girl with no friends at school, meets a new neighbor, Tully Hart. Despite their contrasting personalities, Kate and Tully become inseparable friends by the end of the summer, known affectionately as "TullyandKate." Their friendship spans more than three decades, enduring numerous challenges and life changes, including careers, marriages, and personal struggles. Through these ups and downs, their bond is continually tested, yet it remains a testament to loyalty, love, and forgiveness. Kristin Hannah's writing is both engaging and heartfelt, capturing the essence of Kate and Tully's deep connection. She skillfully develops their characters as the narrative progresses through different phases of their lives. While some plot points may come across as predictable or overly dramatic, this occasionally aligns with the nature of close female friendships. Overall, Firefly Lane is a beautiful exploration of the enduring power of friendship, and Hannah's portrayal of Kate and Tully's relationship is both authentic and moving.
D**R
Kristin Hannah is one of my favourite authors
It's not half as good as her novel "The Great Alone".
A**R
Two Stars
Actually, I found it little disappointing, plus it left me with some questions.
R**A
A story of decade long friendship.
Firefly Lane is my first ever Kristin Hannah experience. Even after knowing how hard hitting her stories can be, I was still surprised by how deep it went. Firefly Lane is not everyone's cup of tea. It has many trigger warnings. So make sure you do your research before picking it up. However, it is a story that stays with you hours after you finish reading. Particularly, because of the emotional rollercoaster ride that you are on with Kate and Tully.
I**A
Travolgente
Un libro assolutamente da leggere, travolgente e che non vorresti finisse mai
H**N
A gorgeous, wholesome read
It’s 1974 and Kate Mullarkey is a teenaged girl at the bottom of the high school social pecking order until Tully Hart moves in across the road. Tully is instantly the coolest girl in school and also wants to be friends with Kate. They become best friends and begin planning the rest of their lives together and though their lives change along the way, their friendship remains the one constant until an act of betrayal changes everything. When tragedy strikes, can they put their differences aside and come back together one last time? I watched the first series of Firefly Lane a while ago on Netflix and loved it but with one thing or another I haven’t got round to watching the second series yet. I saw the book in the 99p sale for Kindle when I was stocking up for my holiday but have only just got round to reading it. I know there are definitely some differences between the book and the tv show but it’s a while since I watched the show so I’m not sure exactly how different it is. I absolutely loved this. Hannah’s writing drew me in and kept me wanting more. It had such a nice flow to it, which made for a very easy read. The slight feeling of familiarity from watching the show was kind of comforting and at its best the friendship between Kate and Tully reminded me of my own best friends. I don’t want to spoil anything but for someone who doesn’t tend to be overly emotional I was almost crying at my desk towards the end of this yesterday. It’s honestly a lovely, wholesome story of female friendships and the ways they change and grow over the years.
ま**ん
同じ作者の作品であるNight Roadを読むことを強くお勧めします。
Kristin HannahさんのNight Roadがあまりにも面白かったのでアマゾンで取り寄せました。 この人は本当に悲しいストーリーを書くのが好きですね。 「育児放棄された女の子」と「育ちのいい女の子」が高校時代に出逢い、そこから大親友として二人で人生を共に過ごしていきます。キャリアをとるか、家庭をとるか、そのような二人の葛藤がお互いを傷つけあいながら、そして励まし合いながらストーリーが展開していきます。 ただ、Night Roadと比べると、明らかにドキドキ度、せつなさ度がおとります。 どうも登場人物を好きになることが出来ませんでした。 478ページとなかなかのボリュームがありますが、話が面白くなってきたのは最後の１００ページくらいです。 Night Roadを読むことを強くお勧めします。
K**Y
A heartfelt story between two friends
Two very close friends, one from " the wrong side of the tracks". That didn't matter to the other friend. They had formed such a strong bond between them. A wonderful story between friends and Kristen Hannah has weaved such a heart rending story. Keep the tissues handy!
B**K
Good read
Great story of an honest,realistic friendship but lord Kate is annoying,pathetic,always the victim
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