Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake
Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2012182
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
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Biography2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake, Anna Quindlen reflects on life through the lens of aging. The book captures personal experiences and insights into family, friendships, and self-discovery. Quindlen explores themes such as gratitude, resilience, and the evolving nature of identity, offering a perspective on embracing life's journey with acceptance and celebration.
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Inspirational
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Anna Quindlen's Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake is praised for its insightful reflections on aging and womanhood, resonating with readers through wit and wisdom. While some admire its relatable anecdotes and honest introspection, others may find its themes repetitive. Overall, Quindlen's prose invites contemplation and celebrates the complexities of life.
Who Should Read Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake?
Readers who relish introspective memoirs with witty insights on aging, identity, and life's milestones will enjoy Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake by Anna Quindlen. Fans of Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert and The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion will find this book equally engaging.
20,131 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
182
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
•
Biography2012
Adult
18+ years
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