The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits
By Jennifer Weiner
The Griffin Sisters' Greatest Hits is the story of sisters, Cassie and Zoe, who have a quick rise to musical fame in 2003, when they are in their late teens. Cassie, a musical prodigy since a small child, is a gifted pianist, singer, and songwriter. Zoe, a moderately talented singer and guitar player. Cherry, Zoe's daughter, is the third point of view in this novel. The timeline alternates between the rise and breakup of the band and today, when Cherry is 18 years old and wants nothing more than to break into the music industry.
The beginning of the story drags a bit, but it eventually gains momentum. There are negative remarks about weight, which add an authentic touch to the narrative, reflecting the early 2000s perspective that idealized being thin. While I’ve enjoyed several other books by this author, this particular one didn’t quite connect with me. It opened strongly, but by the midpoint, it started to feel repetitive, making it hard for me to stay engaged. I didn’t connect with Zoe, one of the main characters—her decisions and treatment of others became somewhat tiresome. Just when I anticipated a significant climax, the story hurried towards the conclusion, wrapping things up a bit too conveniently.
This book is available at APL in Large Print and Audiobook.
2.5 Stars