This book fully consumed my mind for two days. The writing and plot were divine, and I could not get enough.

There is so much detail within the POV chapters and to the drama that unfolds between Zoe, Cassie and Cherry. Each of the characters are complex and crafted in such a way that they felt as real and me or you.

Cassie’s character is one that stood out to me; she struggles with things so many people can relate to, and others only some may know first hand.

This was a book I will most likely re-read at some point as it pulled me out of my slump, and got me hooked so quickly. The love, loss, laughter and betrayal that is woven into this novel will pull at your heartstrings, and by the end of the novel, if your anything like me, you will be rooting for all three of the main characters.!

Magnificent writing, a fabulous tumultuous plot and characters to fall in love with - a true must read.

A pair of sisters, who couldn't be more different, become the BIGGEST band in the world, in this, the first book that I've read by Jennifer Weiner.
Twenty years later, the band split up a long time ago, and the sisters haven't spoken since something massive happened, which has led to them both blaming themselves for the catalyst.

One of the sisters has had a daughter who has a dream of being a famous pop star, and she has hopes of maybe getting the band back together.

None of the characters were particularly likeable to me, and I felt that the story really lost its way after a while. Something that may have been avoided if it were a little shorter.

I am sure that this book will be compared to Daisy Jones & The Six, which, in my opinion, it is nothing like.

A wonderful story about sisters, betrayal, body image and the critical eye in which we view ourselves.

I am always drawn to stories which feature music and when I heard the comparison for The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits was Daisy Jones and the Six I had to read it!

The story covered some dark themes which were handled sensitively and I liked how the setting mirrored the characters states of mind. I enjoyed the complicated relationships between the characters and the exploration of family and forgiveness.

A compelling and moving read and it’s out next Thursday! Thank you for my ARC 💙💛

The book is easy to read and draws you along. Family fall out and tragedy but in the end all is well. An ok read.

I’m not sure how to rate or review this book. It started well; I was engaged straight away and it felt well paced. I liked the dual timeline and enjoyed starting to get to know the characters. However, even by the time I was half way through I was frustrated with every character being so one dimensional and disappointed at the predictable storyline.

I’m sure this book will be popular summer getaway ‘airport’ book but also suspect it will be forgotten by the time the plane leaves to go home.

Thank you to NetGalley and HQ for an eARC of this book.

Thank you to Netgalley for allowing me to read this book in return for an honest review. I absolutely adored this book so much. It was full of nostalgia and magic that took me back to my youth. The story is actually a very deep and emotional look at relationships, friendships, family dynamics and body image. I really loved the characters and I felt as though they were all each fighting their own internal battles. The dual timeline worked really well in my opinion along with the alternate pov. I would definitely recommend this book to everyone as I really enjoyed it. 5 stars

I’m so happy I found this book. I’ve been craving something to fill that ‘Daisy Jones & The Six-sized’ hole in my heart, and Jennifer Weiner absolutely came through for me. That said, ‘The Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits’ is totally its own thing. Yes, it’s about a band, but it’s also a raw, emotional family story that really got to me.

Once I got into it, I couldn’t put it down. The Griffin sisters felt so real, like I was watching a behind-the-scenes music documentary. There were references to real-life celebs and bands that made everything feel even more grounded, like I could actually hear their songs. Both sisters went through so much, and while Zoe was hard to like at times, I still found myself rooting for them, to sing together again, to forgive each other, to heal.

Cassie broke my heart. She held so much pain and poured it into her music, and I kept hoping she’d find some peace by the end. Zoe frustrated me, but as I got to know her better, I started to understand her. Even with the mistakes she made, I wanted her and Cassie to remember the love that started it all. Cherry and Russell stayed with me, too—there was just something about this whole story that felt tragic and beautiful at the same time.
This book made me feel a lot, and I think I’m officially a Jennifer Weiner fan now. I already want to read more of her stuff. And seriously, can someone turn this into a movie? I need to see these characters come to life.

this book was sooooo goooood. it had heart. it had different timelines. it had sisters and family and it had intrigue, secrets and unraveling. i loved it. i couldnt put it down. and i was instantly searching this author out. i wanted others to read it so we could discuss it. a fab read.
Cassie and Zoe are sisters. opposite in every way possible but somehow it works in their music as they have a hit of a band together. until one day they dont. to be honest with the way they were treated i wanted nothing more than these targeted girls to get out of the business. ugh what a toxic rubbish heap that was. how their relationship could last i do not know. and turns out it didnt.
one is the front singer but not what theyd want to "front" the band. one has the drive for it but told shes too pretty and not as talented. what the!?
then it all ended, and in the worst of ways.
decades later they are living very different lives.
they both live away from that life. but zoes daughter wants in it. she wants stardom and to be "viral". so she goes off to find Cassie because she thinks she can help her reach her dreams. Zoe doesnt want her involved in all that. she knows just what it can do to you. she knows how it ended for her and her sister. she misses her sister. and the feeling is returned. their love for eachother was clear to see and it was heart breaking to see what separated them,
the way we learn both of the past and present was done really smartly. they pushed and pulled you in the right directions and had you wanting more from both timelines.
i felt for all these woman. they all had so much going on and i wanted to hug them all and help them at least be together.
i dont feel anything but rage for that industry and many like it. sadly we see it so often nowadays. how destroying and toxic it is. and sadly also that nothing seems to change in it.
i was rooting for all these brave woman. all the way through i just wanted to make sure they ended up ok.

This book was a great read that I devoured in one sitting. The story of the Griffin Sisters, Zoe and Cassie who had the world at their feet but as sisters were poles apart. They had a great career in rock music but what made it all fall apart?
When Zoe’s daughter, Cherry, wants to make a name for herself in music she is determined to uncover secrets that her mother and aunt would rather keep hidden.
I loved the way that the characters were written, they felt very real to me and the story progressed beautifully. I was intrigued enough to want more. It is definitely a fun book to read.

I loved this story of two sisters who couldn't be more different forming a successful pop group. Cassie is a child musical prodigy, a highly gifted musician and singer but very shy and introverted. Sister Zoe is confident and outgoing with great performance skills, but lacks the natural, raw musical talent of her sister. The story follows the rise and fall of the band and what ultimately shattered their careers and relationship. Would highy recommend.

A really great storyline, lovely characters, and the way it was written. I really enjoyed it.

Thank you to the author, publisher and netgalley for an e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

The Griffin Sister Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner is described as a story of sisters, love and the power of music and it absolutely lives up to that description.
Zoe and Cassie are sisters, just one year apart in age but poles apart when it comes to personality and appearance. Zoe, the eldest, is her mother's darling, beautiful and outgoing and determined to be a star. By contrast Cassie is quieter and uncomfortable in her own skin, and hides from the limelight in every situation, but she has been gifted with a once in a generation musical talent and a voice that once heard is never forgotten. When circumstances conspire to have the sisters perform together in a local talent show fate intervenes and before they know it the girls are in the middle of a bidding war from multiple record agencies, despite Cassie's reluctance and obvious discomfort, Global success and a record breaking album later the band breaks up under mysterious circumstances and Cassie disappears, becoming a recluse who hides from her past and goes to great lengths to ensure that her location is never discovered. Zoe tries to go it alone but without Cassie the magic just isn't there and so she leaves her career behind to settle down and become a mother. Decades later and despite her best efforts to discourage her , Zoe's daughter Cherry is determined to become a singer and when she auditions for a tv talent show she decides to track down her aunt, not just to uncover the truth about what happened in the band, but also because she knows that finding the elusive Cassie virtually guarantees her a slot on the show, especially if she can convince her aunt to perform with her. The secrets she uncovers will force all three women to face the consequences of their choices.
Oh how I loved this book, I tore through it in a day because I was so invested in these characters and their complicated relationships. I really empathised with Cassie, the "bigger girl", uncomfortable in her own skin and felt so angry at the way her mother so often failed to see her. The sister dynamic between Zoe and Cassie was fascinating and very believable, from Zoe's protection of her as a young child to her manipulation of her as a teen and how she pushed her, sometimes with good intentions but often for her own gain, I was so sad to see how that relationship frayed and disintegrated as the band rose to fame and I think the author did an incredible job of portraying how that happened and how it impacted on everyone it touched, not just the sisters themselves, but also the rest of the band members and even later Zoe's family. The complicated nature of sisterhood is definitely on display here and the road to forgiveness is far from smooth. There is a love triangle in this story and it is tragic, but despite it being a trope that I normally do not like, I thought it was well handled here and added a lot of emotional impact to the story.
I cannot recommend this wonderful book highly enough, I loved it from first page to last and though I rarely reread books this is one that I feel I could come back to again and enjoy just as much as the first time.
I read and reviewed an ARC courtesy of NetGalley and the publisher, all opinions are my own.

Really enjoyed this story and the journey it took the reader along as you follow the different parts to the story.

Highly recommend.

If your looking for a story that is a heartfelt and engaging then its worth picking uo the Griffin Sisters Greatest Hits by Jennifer Weiner. Its a story that delves into the complexities of sisterhood, forgiveness, and the courage it takes to follow your dreams. Set against the backdrop of the early 2000s pop music scene (a personal favourite time for me!), the story follows the lives of two sisters, Zoe and Cassie Grossberg, whose journey to fame and subsequent fallout form the crux of the narrative.

We begin with Zoe, who always dreamed of being a famous pop star, and her sister Cassie, who possessed the voice that could make that dream a reality. Despite Zoe's longing for the spotlight, it was Cassie who had the talent, though she preferred to stay hidden behind her piano and layers of clothing. Their contrasting personalities and desires set the stage for a compelling exploration of sibling dynamics

As the Griffin Sisters, Zoe and Cassie achieve success, but their rise to fame is short-lived. The pressures of the music industry, coupled with personal insecurities and external influences, lead to their eventual breakup. Twenty years later, the sisters are estranged, living completely different lives. Zoe is now a housewife in New Jersey, while Cassie has retreated to Alaska, where she lives in anonymity.

The themes of the novel are intricately woven into the fabric of the story. Sisterhood is at the heart of the narrative, with Weiner capturing the love, rivalry, and deep bond that exists between Zoe and Cassie. Their relationship is both realistic and flawed, reflecting the complexities of familial ties. The novel also explores the theme of forgiveness, as the sisters must confront their past and find a way to reconcile their differences.

Another significant theme is the courage to follow one's dreams. Both Zoe and Cassie grapple with their aspirations and the sacrifices they must make to achieve them. Zoe's journey is marked by her struggle to accept that she may never be as talented as her sister, while Cassie battles with her desire to hide from the world despite her miraculous voice. Their individual paths highlight the importance of self-acceptance and the bravery required to pursue one's passions.

The relationships in the novel extend beyond the sisters themselves. Zoe's daughter, Cherry, plays a pivotal role. As Cherry embarks on her own singing career, she seeks out Cassie, uncovering the history of the band and the truth behind the events that tore her mother and aunt apart. This intergenerational dynamic adds depth to the story, emphasizing the enduring impact of family and the power of music to heal old wounds

I found Weiner's writing both engaging and insightful, theres a keen eye for detail that brings the early 2000s pop landscape to life, or in my case evokes some nostalgia! The novel is filled with moments of humor, heartbreak, and triumph, making it a compelling read from start to finish. The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their own challenges and growth throughout the story

This is a must-read for fans of family dramas and heartfelt narratives. The novel's exploration of the music industry and its impact on personal relationships adds a unique and captivating layer to the story, keeps you reading until you run out of pages.

One sister is conventionally beautiful, which is enough to carry her mediocre talent.
The other sister is far less comfortable in her own skin and prefers to hide away – but has an extraordinary gift.
Together this brings them huge success. But apart, can they maintain the music that everyone wants more of?
A novel about love, loss, relationships and family, set against the backdrop of the music industry, which will absolutely tug at your heartstrings.

At last, a rock music novel that is believable, down to earth and relatable. The ‘Griffin Sisters’ Greatest Hits’ draws the reader into the lives of the two vastly different siblings, time-arching between their legendary career zenith into their ordinary present day lives, gradually revealing the reason why they are both hiding themselves away from the world after a shattering tragedy at the height of their fame makes it impossible for the band to carry on.

An entertaining and engaging novel. I thoroughly enjoyed it.

For me, this was an easy four star read. I do always enjoy the downfall of the rich and famous storyline, and this is one of the best that I’ve read.

Cassie and Zoe - one desperate for stardom and one incredibly talented but really doesn’t want it.

I really felt for both sisters, and the plot felt very believable, I absolutely devoured it.

One little annoyance I had though - in 2024, Cassie’s outfit would not have been as written…we are body positive after all!

My thanks to Netgalley and Rachel Quinn Marketing for the advance copy in exchange for an honest review.

The Griffin Sisters were one the the groups of the day. They had a large following and even now they are remembered with affection.
One day it all vanished and the sisters never spoke or saw each other again. Zoe married and had a family whilst Cassie disappeared .
Zoe's daughter Chloe enters a talent competition unaware of her mother's past. She unwittingly finds out and is determined to find out more so goes in search of Cassie in the hope of getting her to mentor her for the final of the competition.
Soon though secrets that have been hidden for twenty years are revealed and the sisters must face each other and face their actions.
Will they ever sing again?

unfortunately i DNFed this book. I got about 50 pages into the book but couldn’t gel with the writing or any of the characters.

One of the strongest themes in this novel is the double-edged sword of fame. On one hand, fame offers power, money, adoration, and escape from ordinary life. On the other, it consumes privacy, magnifies insecurities, and turns real people into public property. This contrast is beautifully woven through Zoe and Cassie's divergent experiences.

That brings me to one of my main frustrations with the book: the way Cassie’s appearance is handled. It felt like the narrative couldn’t stop reminding us how "unattractive" she supposedly was, That message was hard to stomach at times, especially given how layered and emotionally rich her character was. She deserved better—from the people in her life, and honestly, from the story itself.

Still, this book has a lot to offer. It captures the highs and lows of stardom, the complexities of sisterhood, and the reckoning that comes with growing older and looking back.