City of Girls

The first half of this book deserved 5 stars, but the second half brought the overall down to 3. I loved the story up until Vivian left New York. I loved Peg, Olive, Celia, Billy, and Anthony. I loved the exciting New York partying and the showgirl moments. I loved the descriptions of the clothes Vivian made or appreciated. When Vivian came back to New York, I just didn't care about Marjorie or the dress shop or Frank. The second half took me way longer to read. I think if the tone of the book remained the same throughout, I wouldn't have minded. I get that she ages so life isn't as rosy and exciting, but to become so boring when you're still a hot older licentious woman who dresses fantastically? Make it make sense. I finished this book a full week ago, but had to let it marinate because I really didn't know how I felt about it.