3pines 's review for:

The Baby Shower by S.E. Lynes
5.0

The Baby Shower was an easy, drama-filled read that sucks you in, as satisfying as binging reality TV. The story follows a hardworking couple, Jane and Frankie, as they navigate some unexpected challenges in their lives and relationship. There is a new member of Jane's friend group that she isn't altogether thrilled about, especially as the new girl seems to be monopolizing the time and energy of Jane's best friend. Frankie struggles with jealousy in his own group of guys and comes up with a plan to boost his ego a little. A plan that has unexpected consequences. Things quickly spiral out of control, and what was once a loving relationship, becomes fraught with lies and secrets.

I related to Frankie's self-doubt and paranoia, as she struggled to figure out if she was in the wrong or if this new girl was out to get her. It was an interesting reflection on what friendship is - and what it is not - and how to stand up for yourself. This was a book I was able to predict the ending accurately, but it didn't take away from my enjoyment of it.