The Starter Wife
by Gigi Levangie Grazer
The Starter Wife by Gigi Levangie Grazer holds a well received rating of 3.51 out of 5, based on 17.2K reader ratings. First published in 2005. The book spans 368 pages.
About The Starter Wife
there are starter jobs. starter cars. starter houses. and then there are starter wives.From the bestselling author of "Maneater" comes "The Starter Wife," a sexy, savvy, and wickedly funny novel about life after divorce and one woman redefining herself after years of marriage to a Hollywood studio head.When her husband Kenny dumps her by cell phone mere months before their ten-year wedding anniversary, Gracie Pollock finds herself reeling. Though her nine-year role as the wife of a semifamous Hollywood studio executive often left her dry and she never fully embraced the "status" (according to Kenny), Gracie has grown accustomed to the unique privileges afforded by Tinseltown's brand of power and wealth: reservations at Spago on a Friday night; beauty treatments by dermatologists (Arnie), manicurists (Jessica), and colorists (Cristophe) to the stars; line-jumping at Disneyland with her daughter and Ugg-wearing celebrity offspring. And despite the fact she had consented to name their daughter Jaden in a (failed) attempt to lure Will Smith to one of Kenny's productions, Gracie believed she and Kenny were different from other Hollywood couples. She never thought she'd be a "starter wife." But now that her marriage is over, her phone isn't ringing, her mailbox is empty, and it's only through a faux pas by her world-class florist that she learns her husband has upgraded: Kenny is dating a pop tartlet.With images of Kenny's 'tween queen everywhere she turns, Gracie seeks refuge at her best friend's Malibu mansion for some much-needed divorce therapy. Soon she's associating with all the wrong people, including a mysterious hunk who saves her from drowning, the security guard at hergated community, and -- God forbid -- Kenny's boss, one of Hollywood's better-known Lotharios.With her signature wit, sassy style, and cameos of the rich and famous -- and wannabe rich and famous -- Gigi Grazer tackles the most delicious and dastardly details of a divorce and recovery, Hollywood style.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Gigi Levangie Grazer |
| Published | 2005 |
| Pages | 368 |
| Genres | Chick-lit, Fiction, Romance, Fiction, Books |
| Average Rating | 3.51 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 17,173 |
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What genre is The Starter Wife?
The Starter Wife is categorized as Chick-lit, Fiction, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Starter Wife worth reading?
Based on 17.2K reader ratings, The Starter Wife has an average score of 3.51 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Starter Wife?
The Starter Wife has 368 pages.
Who wrote The Starter Wife?
The Starter Wife was written by Gigi Levangie Grazer. It was first published in 2005.
What is the ISBN for The Starter Wife?
The ISBN-13 for The Starter Wife is 9780743265030.0.
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