I quite enjoyed this book. It is the story of 3 women, Emily, Miriam, and Karolina. Emily was playing by Emily Blunt in the movie.

Emily is married and living in Los angeles with her husband Miles and is a fixer, she sorts out celebrities lives when they mess up. Miriam is Emilys best friend, they grew up together as kids and she lives in Greenwich with her husband Paul and 3 kids. Karolina is a former supermodel, married to Graham, a sitting United states senator who lives in Betesda.

EMily goes to New York for a job, but is fired before she really starts, as her husband is away travelling, Emily goes to see Miriam, and whilst she is there meets Karolina who is Miriams other best friend. Karolina is caught driving drunk with her stepson and his friends in the car and a scandal ensues. Emily steps in to sort it out but things are not as they seem and a bigger scandal comes out that threatens all of them in some way.

Now i was not a huge fan of the film, i thought the book was better and i was quite surprised at this book as it kept me engaged for 3 days. I wasnt reading much a day however.

I almost didn't read this one, it sat on my kindle for a while then I gobbled it up in practically one sitting. Yes it's light chic lit but who doesn't enjoy a good female revenge tale? I'm strangely fascinated by these tales of rich American suburbs whilst presuming it's all nonsense. This is the written equivalent of a light fluffy Friday night rom com movie. Something of a guilty pleasure to enjoy.

Poor plot, Shallow characters, pretty much some's this up.
This just did not hold my attention and was a real struggle to finish.

Oh how the other half live. I enjoyed reading about the outrageous lives of America’s elite. Witty, wicked and fun.

This book is just fabulous and hilarious. It follows Emily from Devil Wears Prada (although it doesn't matter if you haven't read it as it's a completely new story) who is now a celebrity publicity agent.
It's a very fun book, with all the wealthy parties and designer vaginas but also has a good storyline as well and I loved all the new characters

A great fun packed holiday read. Amusing and hard to put down. a must read to those who loved the devil wears Prada. Fabulous. Recommended.

This was a short, easy, lighthearted read that was great for after some of the slightly creepier books this month. Written by the author of The Devil Wears Prada, I kind of knew the level of women's fiction I was in for. In fact, the main character in this is Emily, the other assistant in TDWP. Now working as an image consultant, she's being ditched by her most high-profile clients and is in the suburbs visiting her friend Miriam, once a high-flying lawyer but is now a stay-at-home mother. Miriam introduces her to Karolina, a model and wife of senator and potential presidential candidate, Graham. But when Karolina is arrested for a DUI despite not being drunk, and her husband doesn't rush to her aid, it becomes clear how much these three women need each other.

This is exactly as you'd expect, if I'm honest. Some 'sassy' ladies, far too much emphasis on being thin and beautiful, and some slightly odd shoe-horning in of characters we may remember from TDWP. However it was lighthearted and silly enough that I didn't feel massively bothered by the clear stereotyping of wealthy women, I just let it do its job as a fluffy kind of book.

Oh boy this book is extremely addictive. I loved the whole story and plot it was fabulous!
Characters are brilliant in this and I laughed so many times throughput. It is a real fun and feel good read.

I was really excited when I heard there was a new sequel to the The Devil Wears Prada especially as it was focusing on Emily who is one of my favourite characters. I was not disappointed and lost sleep as I devoured it and was bereft when I'd finished. As a thirty something myself I could identify with some of the feelings the older Emily has and as a Mum I could emphasise with Miriam. An excellent addition to The Devil Wears Prada universe, highly recommended.

A decent enough holiday read, but nothing really new or original. If you read and loved The Devil Wears Pravda, you may find this a weak link in the trilogy. I was amused by the product placement!

Amusing and “other worldly” for me, but not a gripping must read.

I would like to thank both NetGalley and Harper Collins UK for giving me the opportunity to read ’The Wives by Lauren Weisberger’ in exchange for an honest unbiased review.

I have never read anything by this author before- I must say I did enjoy the book it is a real girlie /beach/poolside book.
Grab a drink, relax and enjoy the read

A tremendous, fast paced book full of intrigue based around political ambitions and 'stepping' on people to further a career. The characters are funny, colourful, devious and delightful. Loved this book and would recommend it to anyone.

This is the second Lauren Weisberger book I’ve read following the Singles Game and I have thoroughly enjoyed both. So much so I have just downloaded her entire back catalogue. I have seen the movie the Devil Wears Prada but haven’t read the novel so am looking forward to that. I loved all three characters in this story as well, they were likeable, witty and at times relatable. Their individual stories were engaging and I hope we get to hear more from them in the further. Thanks to HarperCollins, Netgalley and the author for an advance copy in exchange for an honest review now I’m off to binge read more Weisberger!

I’ve never read The Devil Wears Prada (or anything else by Lauren Weisberger), nor have I seen the film, so I probably - definitely - missed out on some continuity here, but despite that The Wives (the not very inspiring UK title) was a really fun and enjoyable read.

Karolina is the East European ex-model wife of a high profile politician - sounds ever so slightly familiar, but thankfully the similarities don’t extend too far (her husband Graham is neither a Republican nor a reality-TV “personality”, and if he’s bright orange in colour it’s never mentioned, though he’s evidently not a nice person anyway). Karolina’s life falls apart spectacularly when she’s inexplicably arrested for drunk driving.

Former lawyer Miriam has moved to the suburbs and become a stay at home mother to her three young children, doing her best to make friends among the local mothers. The portrayal of these affluent women, with their pricey workout gear (I had to google what “Lululemons” are), flashy parties and alarming plastic surgery, is hilarious. And a bit scary.

Meanwhile, image consultant Emily - formerly of Runway magazine - is finding all her business is being stolen away by an Instagram starlet with the unlikely name of “Olivia Belle”. Can Emily use her considerable skills to help Karolina out of her current plight?

I really liked all three women and the vignettes of suburban life were highly entertaining, but I was most invested in the unfortunate Karolina’s story.

Lauren Weisberger has delivered a hugely enjoyable story with a whole set of satisfying endings. I’ve never felt particularly inclined to read The Devil Wears Prada, but I definitely will now.

Thanks Netgalley and the Publisher. Not sure about this book and whether or not really like the authors style of writing. Must have taken me over a month to painfully read.

Thank you Netgalley for my review copy for an impartial review.

I have been slowly warming to the character of Emily all through the three books in this series and this book cemented my like of her, despite her harshness. This book gives you all the salaciousness of the suburbs and juicy gossip whilst dealing with women getting back on top, so to speak. Love a strong woman and this book gives you three. All the while there lots of laughs while they fight. Will recommend to all my friends.
(One note - do prefer the title of 'When life gives you lululemons' than 'The Wives')

I have never read anything else from this author but the book was great, funny in places and a compelling read. No spoilers as I hate having a book spoilt. Give this book a go ....you won't be disappointed

This book is the third book in the Devil Wears Prada series. I really love The Devil Wears Prada which I read a long time ago, but I wasn’t as keen on it’s sequel Revenge Wears Prada. And apparently I wasn’t the only one there as it only has 2.8 stars average on Goodreads. So I wasn’t sure what to make of this book, especially as it’s been five years since I read Revenge Wears Prada back in 2013.
But I knew I’d like it as soon as I started reading it. It took a moment and a bit of googling to catch up with who was who and remember the details about Emily (who is the central character from the other stories in this book instead of Andy), but I got there. The Wives also introduced us to two new characters too, who took turns narrating the story alongside Emily. We have Miriam, a mum who has just left her job and moved to the suburbs in able to spend more time with her kids. And there’s Karolina, my favourite of the three narrators, who is the wife of an influential senator who is pulled into a huge conspiracy by her scheming husband. Emily’s role in this book is great as well, she’s learning to move on from her days at Runway and learning to navigate true friendship and a career that’s really going downhill.
Each protagonist has their own individual quirks, their voices really do feel different and each of their stories is equally interesting. I also like how they tie together, and how all three women stick together, helping each other through the tough times they are experiencing; whether that’s career problems, a mid-life crisis, potential cheating husbands, school drama, children, or a huge social crisis. There’s enough in this plot to keep you addicted and wanting to know what happens next. There are plenty of moments that make you want to cry, or cheer. There are some funny points, and some frustrating (for the characters, not the readers to make that clear). And there are enough subplots that you are never left bored in the down-moments of the protagonist plots.
I wouldn’t say it’s one of the best books I’ve ever read, but it was fun, it was entertaining and it was an easy read. It would be a perfect book to pack in your suitcase and take on holiday, or to curl up with on a sun lounger next to a pool or on a beach.

Lauren Weisberger is the author who penned The Devil Wears Prada, and sent a million girls into daydreams of working at a glamorous fashion magazine (even with an... ahem... difficult boss) and this book brings back ex-assistant Emily for another biting, glamorous read.

Emily is a stylist and image consultant to the biggest stars, but her career's under threat. So, when her old friend, Karolina, wife of would-be-president Graham Hartwell, ends up dumped and with a false DUI to her name, Emily moves into the New York suburbs to help her... and to kickstart her career again.

This is pure chick lit indulgence. Greenwich is reminiscent of Desperate Housewives, with image-obsessed, wealthy women falling over themselves to one-up the neighbours. Emily is delightfully catty as ever (although I could do without all the fat-shaming) and the story is pleasantly gossipy. It's pure escapism, and it was nice to revisit some old favourite characters - but one to avoid if rich people problems get your back up!

Revenge can be very sweet, especially when your friends have contacts in the right places.

Karolina is a former Victoria’s Secret model, now married to Senator Graham Hartwell. She knows he has his sights set on the Presidency. What she does not know is that he also has his sights set on a younger and more politically connected wife than her. Of course, a senator aiming to be president cannot afford to go through a messy divorce, so other means must be employed to get rid of the current wife. Senator Hartwell sets his wife up for a scandal but what he does not realise is that she has a very loyal friend, Miriam, who is a lawyer with an MBA and just itching to get her teeth stuck into something since she gave up her job to be home with her kids six months ago. Miriam also happens to know the number one “fixer” in the US – Emily Charlton. Between the three of them, these women give Senator Hartwell a proper comeuppance!

This is a book that you need to take on a Friday night, along with a glass or two of good wine and before you know it, it will be Saturday morning; the wine will be gone, but you will still be reading. The author brings each of the women to life in a loving and humorous way, showing you that we are all human and have our good character traits as well as bad ones. She describes life in the suburbs, compares it to life in the city and shows just how much influence political figures have. I will definitely be reading the rest of Ms Weisberger’s books!

Saphira

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