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Name: The grown ups
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Author: Robin Antalek

The Grown Ups chronicles over ten years the lives of three close friends—Sam, Suzie, and Bella—whose shared experiences weave an intricate story of friendship and family. Told through alternating voices, the novel follows their journeys as they confront their parents, siblings, and personal desires, ultimately shaping the individuals they aspire to be. Set in New England, the narrative explores first loves, romantic entanglements, and the subtle dynamics of dysfunctional families while capturing the essence of growing up in contemporary American English culture.

First publish date: 2015

Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance

Authors: Robin Antalek

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