This was a reader recommendation, thank you! It really surprised me. The pink cover leads you to think it’s going to be fluffy chick-lit or a fun beach read. I love a good beach read… but this one turned out to be surprisingly smart + feminist, which was a nice surprise. Three best friends discover a drug called “Pretty”, which makes them absolutely beautiful (think of Limitless, but just for looks). Doors open (and close) based upon their newfound prettiness… but it’s not as predictable as you might think. I really enjoyed it and think that it sends a really nice, empowering message to its readers.
the stripe
by GRACE ATWOOD
The Stripe is a lifestyle blog for the stylish bookworm. Since its first post in 2010, it has aimed to be a daily source of inspiration for the modern woman. Written by Grace Atwood, The Stripe aims to leave you feeling like you just had coffee with a great girlfriend: savvier, more confident, and always learning something new.