I could go on forever about how great this book is. Raskin is by turns witty, sincere, sarcastic, and cynical. The characters' lives and problems are very real, and they confront their problems (and each other) in ways that most women will find familiar. I actually first read this in college; young enough to be the daughter of any of the main characters. Nevertheless, I identified with them and their struggles. A must read for you and all your girlfriends.