The Next Best Thing
Ruthie Saunders was 23 years old four years ago when she drove west with her 70-year-old grandmother and together they shared reveries of an exalted Hollywood writing career. And now she’s hit the jackpot! The sitcom Ruthie poured her heart into, The Next Best Thing, has gotten the go ahead—and she’s going to be in charge. But reality sets in when Ruthie is challenged by self-centered actors, harassed by number-crunching executives and tormented by an unrequited crush on her boss. What’s more, grandma’s getting married!
In The Next Best Thing, bestselling author Jennifer Weiner takes readers on a wild Hollywood roller coaster ride, where our earnest heroine learns what it’s like to love—and lose—in the land where dreams are born.
Hardcover Book : 416 pages
Publisher: Simon and Schuster, Inc. ( July 10, 2012 )
Item #: 13-598133
ISBN: 9781451617757
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.25 x 0.9inches
Product Weight: 14.0 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
This was just an OK read 
November 03, 2012
This was the first book I've read by this author, not sure if I'll give her another chance. Although, it wasn't bad, the story was never very engaging & at times.. a bit too predictable. There was also some enjoyable humor & the author did succeed in creating some intriguing characters in Ruthie, the two Daves (loved them!) & Ruthie's grandmother. The problem was, she just didn't do enough with them. Based on the story premise, just expected so much more!
Reviewer: Rhiannon
Disappointed
October 24, 2012
I usually enjoy her books but I was disappointed with this one. I stayed with it but it was difficult. Hope her next book is better.
Reviewer: Pat
Loved it
September 09, 2012
Funny and warm. A good read
Reviewer: Lori
Loved it
September 09, 2012
Funny and warm. A good read
Reviewer: Lori
Disappointed
September 04, 2012
I usually enjoy her books but this one was a disappointment. While I found some parts funny for the most part it was tedious.
Reviewer: Pat
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