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The Moving and Uplifting New Novel from the Author of If Only

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Emily Giffin, the bestselling author of If Only, returns with a moving and uplifting new novel that explores the complexities of family, friendship, and love. In All We Ever Wanted, Giffin tells the story of Nina Riva, a successful career woman who is forced to confront her past when her estranged father reappears in her life.

Glass Houses: the moving and uplifting new novel from the author of If Only

Glass Houses: the moving and uplifting new novel from the bestselling author of If Only

by Melanie Murphy

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	349 pages

Nina has always been a workaholic, driven to succeed by the high expectations of her father. But when her father is diagnosed with a terminal illness, she is forced to put her own life on hold to care for him. As she spends more time with her father, Nina begins to learn more about the man he was and the reasons why he left her family when she was a child.

At the same time, Nina is also struggling with her own personal life. Her marriage is on the rocks, and she is unsure if she wants to have children. As she grapples with these difficult choices, Nina finds solace in her friendship with Lyla, a single mother who is also struggling to find her place in the world.

All We Ever Wanted is a moving and uplifting story about the power of family, friendship, and love. Giffin's writing is insightful and emotionally resonant, and she creates characters that are both relatable and flawed. All We Ever Wanted is a must-read for fans of Emily Giffin and for anyone who is interested in a story about the complexities of modern life.

About the Author

Emily Giffin is the bestselling author of eleven novels, including Something Borrowed, Something Blue, and All We Ever Wanted. Her books have been translated into more than thirty languages and have sold more than twenty million copies worldwide. Giffin lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her husband and three children.

Discussion Questions

What did you think of Nina's relationship with her father? How did it change over the course of the novel?
What were your thoughts on Nina's marriage? Do you think she made the right decision?
What did you think of Lyla's character? How did her friendship with Nina help her?
What were the main themes of the novel? How did they resonate with you?
Would you recommend this novel to others? Why or why not?

Glass Houses: the moving and uplifting new novel from the bestselling author of If Only

by Melanie Murphy

4.6 out of 5