Better Luck Next Time by Julia Claiborne Johnson
Set in the late 1930s, this charming novel unfolds at a divorce ranch in Reno, Nevada, where women seeking quick divorces find solace and camaraderie amidst their personal upheavals. The story is narrated by Ward, a young and charismatic ranch hand, who becomes entangled in the lives of the guests, particularly two women whose friendship and romantic entanglements bring both humor and heartache. As the characters navigate the complexities of love, loss, and reinvention, the narrative explores themes of resilience and the pursuit of happiness against the backdrop of a society in transition.
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- 2021
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