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'Firefly Lane' Is The Best Book For Your Best Friend

Best friends are best friends, and this story shows how far friendship can go.

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I love reading, but I can accept that it's not everyone's favorite activity. However, Firefly Lane is the one book I will recommend to anyone—regardless of if they call themselves a reader or not.

Firefly Lane is a novel by Kristen Hannah that follows Tully and Kate as they become "TullyandKate"—inseparable best friends. They meet in middle school in the mid-70s when Kate is at the bottom of the social latter and Tully—the "cool girl" who seemingly has it all—moves down the street.

Kate is the quiet girl-next-door with a loving family and Tully is the unpredictable one with big dreams. Both girls are driven to find their own definition of success and support each other unconditionally. This forges a bond that will last decades. At some points, it is uncertain that they will be able to stay in touch, and one action could rip them apart. Best friends are best friends, and this story shows how far friendship can go.

Ok, yes it sounds cheesy, but I promise you it is anything but that. If all you can ask for is someone to stay by your side for life—why can't it be your childhood best friend? Both girls have their own romantic relationships, but they constantly turn to each other for advice and support.

Now, this book is more relevant because of shows that promote girl friendships. It has elements of romance but puts careers and education as a priority as well. That's what makes it feel like real life. Your best friend isn't just someone who hears about boy drama—she hears about your promotion or your favorite class too. And that friendship is embodied by Tully and Kate.

This novel feels like a story you could tell, with the drama that will captivate you. The reader can relate to one of the girls and see their best friend relating to the other. You find yourself in the middle of a great friendship.

Firefly Lane tells the stories of best friends that could absolutely be you and your best friend. This summer when you can't see your phone cause the sun is too bright on the beach, pull out Firefly Lane for a book best friend.

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