Jane Margaux has an imaginary friend named Michael. He has been with her throughout her childhood till the age of nine, keeping her company when she feels lonely and boosting her self-esteem. As with any imaginary friend, he can't be with her forever... but twenty-three years later, who is this man entering her life? And why hasn't she ever forgotten Michael?

SUNDAY'S AT TIFFANY'S is a dramatic departure from the crime novels readers have come to expect from James Patterson. In fact, it's even unique amongst the very few romance novels he has written. SUNDAY'S AT TIFFANY'S has a magical quality, an almost childlike wonder at times that perhaps may not be surprising considering it is cowritten with children's author, Gabrielle Charbonnet.

The premise of an imaginary friend as an actual job occupation is brilliant. Each tidbit in the story about Michael’s job and the various aspects of his work is fascinating. In fact, the early years where he worked with Jane are the true highlights of this story as Jane’s early years are heart wrenching.

Even now, I haven't really decided how I feel about this one. There were parts that were so magical it was hard not to enjoy them. Moments so emotional they practically brought tears to my eyes. And yet, perhaps because it was so different from other books, I'm still left wondering how or why the ending happened. A tad more explanation at the end could have made this one perfectly stellar.

Reviewed by Debbie

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Posted June 2008