Cocktails for Three: A Novel

I'm a big fan of Sohie Kinsella's I consider her one of my favorite writers, and I was so excited when I found this book. I was not let down, It may not be something I read again like I do Kinsella books but few are. I loved it, it is chick lit and as in most cases is sometimes predictable but I don't care, I still fully enjoyed this.

Another awesome chick lit book from the Queen herself Sophie Kinsella (for those who don't know Sophie Kinsella is Madeline Wickham's pen name). I can't tell you how excited I was to learn that Madeline Wickham was Sophie Kinsella because she is simply the best. Cocktails for Three is a book about three friends. Maggie: editior of the Londoner, expecting her first child with her husband Giles; Roxanne still hoping Mr. Married-With-Children will leave his family for her after their secret six year affiar; and sweetie pie Candice. All three women work at the Londoner together and on the first of each month the trio meet at the Manhattan bar for cocktails, gossip and a few laughs. The girls seem to tell each other everything but we find out that they all have secrets they are hiding. For instance, which Maggie is due to give birth very soon she is apprehensive about leaving work and raising a child; once she has the child she finds it super hard but dares not tell anyone... Maggie and Candice know there is a Mister-Married-With-Kids but they don't know who he is (you have to read to find out it's a good one)... and Candice has secretly been doing work for the girl she got hired and let move into her house (out of guilt from the past)... Cocktails for three is a story of friendship, honesty and trust, as we get to know Maggie, Roxanne and Candice we see them test their friendships as their lives become more complicated.... You will not be dissappointed. "Sophie Kinsella" never dissappoints. The character have depth and personality. You won't be able to pit this baby down...

I've been searching for a book that really makes me laugh, characters I can relate and enjoy and a story that keeps me interested beyond the first 30 pages. Well, I found it! "Cocktails for Three" by English author Madeleine Wickham had me completely enchanted. I found the three main characters (Maggie - the pregnant one on maternity leave / Roxanne - the dating a married man one / Candice - the trusting and will do anything for a person in need one) all well rounded and hilarious. "Cocktails" goes beyond your basic "friends forever" novel and dives into real life problems and the effects those decisions have on you and those around you. I found this book really unique and sparkling with touches of really dark and edgy comedy. A great find! I hope others will discover this secret of mine.

I must say that I was very impressed with "Cocktails for Three!".You read about the tales of 3 best friends who meet at a Manhattan Bar the same night every month. They get to catch up on everything that is going on with their lives. Maggie is pregnant. Roxanne has been dating a married man for 6 years. Candice has such a warm heart and can't seem to say "NO."The end of the book will throw you for a loop. As other reviews have said, you will not see it coming. This book kept me wanting to know what was going to happen next to the (3) characters. I am sure that you will be able to identify a personal friend of yours for Maggie, Roxanne and Candice. I was able to finish in just (1) day which is rare for me. I can't wait to check out Wickman's other two books. Enjoy!

I loved this book! I really didn't want it to end. It was just easy to read, with likeable characters that you wanted to know more about. I could have kept right on reading! The best thing about this book is it made me want to find my old girlfriends. It made me miss those late night chats and junk food binges. This story is mostly about friendship and the importance of it in our lives. We all make mistakes and go through rough times, but your friends are there to back you up.If you enjoy books about young women and friendship, this book is for you. If you miss your old girlfriends or cherish the ones you still have, read this book. You just may be calling them up when you're done!