i appreciated reading the other reviews, both positive and constructive criticism. I thought it was a good read -- although i would have liked it not to end where it was and go into Lily's growth in character a little more after she had sloane. It would have made me feel a bit better I think about her constant Vegas struggle with issues. However you do have to remember the time period you are reading -- a lot of the issues were not talked about at the time. And I did like how the author wove current affairs into the almost make believe world of Vegas. Good read.