Maggie has fought and lost the battle of the bulge more times than she cares to count. Comparing herself to others has done a number on her self-esteem. However, she refuses to submit to gastric bypass, as her best friend Olivia has. She just needs to take control of her life. A piece of cake? More like a vat of Ben and Jerry's just waiting for her resolve to melt.

She has a master's degree in art and she works in a coffee house. When the opportunity to acquire her dream job arises, will she hesitate too long and miss the brass ring? She has the hots for a shy guy and memories of a string of failed romances. Will history prevent her from taking a chance on love? She has a handful of friends, but the only one who really knows her is re-writing their history and taking their friendship for granted-big time! Will Maggie let Olivia continue to treat her like a doormat?

Liza Palmer's debut novel belongs on the bestsellers lists. The author's exploration of her character's relationships, values and misperceptions will strike a personal chord in most readers. Ms. Palmer's fresh, bold voice doesn't allow readers to sit at a table sipping espresso. Through excellent characterization, the author fosters the ultimate relationship and blurs the line between protagonist and reader. You might want to reach through the pages and shake some sense into Maggie or throttle Olivia and her new friends. However, have no fear. Maggie wises up in her own way, in her own time. Don't miss the ending. It's priceless!