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Violence
Barely any
Minimal direct violence; conflict is largely emotional and relational
Language
Barely any
Mild, typical of Steel's contemporary dramas
Sexual Content
Some
Includes infidelity and past sexual abuse referenced among the three women's histories
Substance Use
Barely any
Incidental drinking among old friends
Emotional Intensity
A lot
Heavy themes include a suicide, an HIV diagnosis, and long-buried grief the women confront together
What this book is about
Mary Stuart, Tanya, and Zoe return to the ranch where they once vacationed together, this time carrying two decades of secrets, including infidelity, a devastating HIV diagnosis, and grief, as they help each other find the courage to move forward.
Notes for sensitive readers
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HIV diagnosis storyline
References to suicide
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