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Rachel, a young attorney in Manhattan, lives a conscientious life until her thirtieth birthday when her best friend Darcy throws a celebratory party. A few drinks later, Rachel finds herself in bed with Darcy’s fiancé, sparking a complicated triangle of love and loyalty. Determined to move past the affair, she is unexpectedly drawn to the man she should have avoided, raising questions about friendship, risk‑taking, and the nature of true happiness. As the wedding approaches, Rachel must decide whether to protect her friendship or pursue the joy she feels, discovering that moral boundaries can be elusive and endings are rarely tidy.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Emily Giffin
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