Praise for The Friendship Breakup:
WINNER, BOOKFEST BOOK AWARD, SPRING 2023
WINNER, BEST MIDWEST REGIONAL FICTION, INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS BOOK AWARDS (IPPY), SPRING 2023
WINNER, 17TH ANNUAL NATIONAL INDIE EXCELLENCE BOOK AWARDS
A ZIBBY’S PICK OF 2023
WINNER, BOOK EXCELLENCE AWARDS, SPRING 2024
“This novel will be popular with readers who find themselves navigating life in a way no one prepared them for. Funny, endearing, and sincere.”
—Booklist
“Cathryn’s thought-provoking debut may be billed as a ‘mom-com,’ but one need not be a mom to appreciate it. A sure bet for fans of Jennifer Weiner.”
—Library Journal
“A fun story that moms of young children will empathize with.”
—Portland Book Review
“An enjoyable read. I suspect that Fallon will remind many of us of ourselves.”
—Windy City Reviews
“Annie Cathryn delivers a delightful story with true ups and downs, strong females, and relatable characters.”
—Courtnee Turner Hoyle, Readers’ Favorite 5-star review
“Sometimes funny, sometimes heartbreaking. The Friendship Breakup is a heartwarming tale of letting go of what holds you back and embracing the possibilities of life on one’s own terms.”
—Liz Talley, USA Today bestselling author of Adulting
“At once heartwarming and humorous, The Friendship Breakup is smart, layered, and captures the all-too-familiar nuances of being a friend, staying a friend, and learning when to let go. Written with emotional depth while capturing our most profound vulnerabilities, Cathryn is an author to watch.”
—Rochelle Weinstein, USA Today bestselling author of When We Let Go
“In this warm and witty story, Annie Cathryn paints a portrait of a woman who must let go of her preconceived notions of what her life should be like in order to find out who she really is—and become her own best friend.”
—Camille Pagán, national bestselling author of I’m Fine and Neither Are You
“Just the escapist romp I needed. An easy read full of relatable mom drama, memorable meltdowns, and laugh out loud moments. Fans of Lea Geller and Kathleen West who enjoy witty banter and wicked funny interior dialogue will love this novel.”
—Lainey Cameron, award-winning and Amazon bestselling author of The Exit Strategy
“Perfect to read by the beach or pool with your favorite iced coffee (or in those stolen moments in the carpool line), The Friendship Breakup will have you both laughing and savoring the journey like it was one of Fallon’s chocolates. Sharp, witty, and relevant to everyone who has ever outgrown a friend.”
—Sara Goodman Confino, Amazon bestselling author of She’s Up to No Good
“A highly entertaining and snort-thru-your-nose-funny look at female friendships . . . Put it at the top of your reading list!”
—Lisa Roe, author of Welcome to the Neighborhood
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