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Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake by Anna Quindlen

Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake

A Memoir

by Anna Quindlen
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  • First Published:
  • Apr 24, 2012, 208 pages
  • Paperback:
  • Apr 2013, 224 pages
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  • Elise B. (Macedonia, OH)
    Couldn't Relate
    I am in my mid 40’s and I really wanted to read this book and think that the best was yet to come. I looked for ideas such as dealing with disappointments (things didn't out as planned), losing those you love, long term marriage skills, and difficulties in late teen/early adult children – to name a few of the issues that I am starting to face. I don’t feel I got much of anything from the book – besides maybe envy of life the author has lead. She has had her struggles working as a female in a male dominated field, which is something that I can relate to and possibly this alone would have made for a more interesting memoir. As far as a memoir on a more personal level, I had a hard time relating to a woman that has two homes, obviously no shortage of money, and seemingly the perfect husband and three perfect kids. I think a very select few book clubs would find this book would spark great discussions.

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