When I was much younger I read Glamour magazine which every year would feature 10 college girls from across the country. I think that memory is what led me to check out this book - and I loved it. The story features Dawn West who is a recent college grad. She wants to be a writer and is trying to survive in NYC. Her only income at the moment is coming from a column she writes on-line about lawn care. Now Dawn doesn't actually have any experience with lawns but she is a good researcher - and she has a fan base even if she doesn't make much money. Through the new girlfriend of her ex-boyfriend she is introduced to a woman who works for Charm magazine. They publish an article every year about 10 women to watch! It has been going on for 50 years and the magazine plans a major event to celebrate those women and they need someone to track down the past winners. I loved the way Shumway wrote. The characters she has created are great and I found myself caring about them in a way that made me want to know what was going to happen to them. Looking for a book that is not too graphic, violent or weird? Then check this one out and just enjoy the ride.
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