From the New York Times bestselling author of On Mystic Lake comes a powerful novel of love, loss, and the magic of friendship. . . .
In the turbulent summer of 1974, Kate Mularkey has accepted her place at the bottom of the eighth-grade social food chain. Then, to her amazement, the "coolest girl in the world" moves in across the street and wants to be her friend. Tully Hart seems to have it all---beauty, brains, ambition. On the surface they are as opposite as two people can be: Kate, doomed to be forever uncool, with a loving family who mortifies her at every turn. Tully, steeped in glamour and mystery, but with a secret that is destroying her. They make a pact to be best friends forever; by summer's end they've become TullyandKate. Inseparable.
So begins Kristin Hannah's magnificent new novel. Spanning more than three decades and playing out across the ever-changing face of the Pacific Northwest, Firefly Lane is the poignant, powerful story of two women and the friendship that becomes the bulkhead of their lives.
From the beginning, Tully is desperate to prove her worth to the world. Abandoned by her mother at an early age, she longs to be loved unconditionally. In the glittering, big-hair era of the eighties, she looks to men to fill the void in her soul. But in the buttoned-down nineties, it is television news that captivates her. She will follow her own blind ambition to New York and around the globe, finding fame and success . . . and loneliness.
Kate knows early on that her life will be nothing special. Throughout college, she pretends to be driven by a need for success, but all she really wants is to fall in love and have children and live an ordinary life. In her own quiet way, Kate is as driven as Tully. What she doesn't know is how being a wife and mother will change her . . . how she'll lose sight of who she once was, and what she once wanted. And how much she'll envy her famous best friend. . . .
For thirty years, Tully and Kate buoy each other through life, weathering the storms of friendship---jealousy, anger, hurt, resentment. They think they've survived it all until a single act of betrayal tears them apart . . . and puts their courage and friendship to the ultimate test.
Firefly Lane is for anyone who ever drank Boone's Farm apple wine while listening to Abba or Fleetwood Mac. More than a coming-of-age novel, it's the story of a generation of women who were both blessed and cursed by choices. It's about promises and secrets and betrayals. And ultimately, about the one person who really, truly knows you---and knows what has the power to hurt you . . . and heal you. Firefly Lane is a story you'll never forget . . . one you'll want to pass on to your best friend.
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"I FIRST WATCHED FIREFLY LANE ON NETFLIX AND IT LEFT ME HANGING AND WAITING FOR A SECOND SEASON. I FOUND THE BOOK AT AUDIOBOOK STORE AND BINGED ON ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS I HAVE READ. IT WAS LIKE TAKING A TRIP THROUGH GROWING UP WITH MY BEST FRIEND. THE CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS AND THE STORY WILL BE W VERY FULFILLING JOURNEY! I FOUND IT MUCH BETTER THAN THE SERIES."
— TJOYCE (5 out of 5 stars)
“With perfect pitch, Kristin Hannah describes the tumult and energy of the ’70s and ’80s and on a deeper level takes readers into the heart of a friendship between two women. Firefly Lane is masterful at the grand sweep and the fine detail.”
— Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling author“A moving and realistic portrait of a complex and enduring friendship.”
— Booklist" Every mother, daughter, sister and friend should read this book. Kristin Hannah does an amazing job of taking you on a journey through time with KateandTully. This books shows the value of true friendship that withstands time, turbulence, and all of life's ups and downs. Enjoy and make sure to keep plenty of tissue on hand. "
— Rebeca, 2/16/2014" This is my second read through of this book...Getting ready for the next book :) I love Kristin Hannah's books and this was no exception, even the second time around! "
— Denise, 2/14/2014" I'm not sure I like Kristin Hannah's stories, I feel like they are a little far fetched the ones I read. This book took me awhile to read I couldn't get into it and I probably won't read anymore of her books. "
— Nicole, 2/13/2014" wow. a truly relatable story about the ups and downs of friendship as life intervenes introducing challenges to maintaining the bond from childhood. the novel paints a very clear picture on the life of a stay at home mom and an aggressive career woman...the trade-offs, the advantages and the heartbreak. "
— Nichole, 2/7/2014" I never review books. But this one I had to. A great read & very touching story. I'll definitely be sharing this with friends. "
— Trish, 2/5/2014" Really good. Bit of a tearjerker at the end. "
— Leanne, 2/4/2014" Great book....love TullyandKate.......sad "
— Karen, 1/29/2014" It was ok. Some filler back story could be removed. "
— Crystal, 1/23/2014" Loved this book and so happy she came out with a follow up. "
— Michelle, 1/21/2014" This novel definitely tugs at the ol' heart strings. I laughed and I cried. This book made me sad, in the happiest way. It's a story of friendship, family, and love...all the most important things. A must read. Be prepared to laugh out loud, and make sure you've got some tissues. "
— Deanna, 1/20/2014" Such a good read. Great author "
— Melissa, 1/8/2014" Wonderful story about 2 lifelong best friends! Highly recommend! "
— Pat, 12/30/2013" A very enjoyable easy read. Growing up in pretty much the same time frame as this story, the references to songs, styles, etc brought on a little trip of my own down memory lane. "
— Brenda, 12/13/2013" I loved this novel. It captured me from the first page.... "
— Paula, 11/11/2013" I liked the premise of this book, but thought it dragged on. I got bored by it. The same story could have been told with 100 less pages. I gave it 3 stars because I liked the characters and the ending was very well written and made me extremely emotional. "
— Anne-Marie, 11/6/2013" Heart breaking, emotional, gripping. "
— Lizabeth, 9/25/2013" Amazing book... still crying over it! "
— Keirra, 8/18/2013" It was a nice trip down memory lane. The music clothes and history references were fun. The Tully charector was a bit much.... "
— Suzanne, 5/24/2013" I enjoyed reading this book. I couldn't put the book down at times. I enjoyed reading about the relationship between the two best friends "
— Sophia, 4/5/2013" I enjoyed this book - easy read. Liked how the author incorporated the music of the 70's 80's and 90's very effectively into the story... "
— Ann-Marie, 3/21/2013" One of my absolute favorite "friend" books "
— Melinda, 2/23/2013" This was cute. "
— Carrie, 12/15/2012" good but SO sad. "
— Rosyjohanna, 6/12/2012" I enjoyed this exploration of the lifelong friendship of two friends - an interesting read right after She Matters. "
— Martha, 2/17/2012" I cried, I laughed. I really liked the book. I really related to both main characters. "
— Carmela, 1/5/2012" Wow. What an amazing heart felt book. Hope to share it one day with my daughter. Truly brilliant :) "
— Sue, 11/28/2011" Was looking for a cheesy read...this turned out to be not so cheesy! "
— Holly, 9/16/2011" One of my favorites probably b/c it reminds me of myself and one of my oldest friends...a true story of friendship "
— Hilly, 5/23/2011" Loved this book. Get a box of tissues to keep by the book when you are reading it! "
— Laura, 5/22/2011" Not a great novel, but a great beach/vacation (or home with flu in my case) read. Another tale of the power of female friendship. My expectations were low when mom handed off to me without much fanfare. I quickly found myself engrossed. "
— Kat, 5/22/2011" This book was amazing. I loved how it showed so much of a friendship between two girls as they grew older and their lives changed. I can't wait to read more Kristin Hannah books. "
— Renee, 5/15/2011" I generally liked this book, but it definitely dragged some about 3/4 of the way through. "
— Christy, 5/15/2011" I always pick up Kristin Hannah books when I need an easy read. This is a story about 2 best friends and the challenges their friendship took along the way "
— Carrie, 5/15/2011" This book captures true friendship. I couldn't put it down and cried through the end! "
— Lindsay, 5/15/2011" This book was okay up until the very sad ending. Spoiler -- the end causes many tears to fall - especially for mothers that have lost friends to cancer. "
— Erin, 5/13/2011" i am enjoying it and can't wait to see how the friendship continues "
— Abbie, 5/12/2011" enjoyed this story of two friends over the years.good vacation book..easy to read "
— Jeanne, 5/12/2011" Two stars only because I read it to the end. It was so full of cliche! I wanted to slap the characters maybe a hundred times. Totally not worth the time..or money if you buy it "
— Imene, 5/10/2011" Loved the storyline in this one from Kristin Hannah ~ Brought me back to my "growing up days" in the 80's the things the girls did, liked, wore, the music etc ... Loved this one! "
— Kristine, 5/10/2011Kristin Hannah, a former lawyer turned writer, is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty novels, including The Women, The Nightingale, The Great Alone, and The Four Winds.
Susan Ericksen is an actor and voice-over artist. She has been awarded numerous AudioFile Earphones Awards as well as the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. As an actor and director, she has worked in theaters throughout the country.