I received a free copy of this book through Goodreads First Reads.

Have you ever thought about aging? Do you feel happy when you imagine growing old, growing wrinkles, and growing aches in your knees or do you prefer to not think about it at all? Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake is a non-fiction memoir that delves into many issues, but the one I found most intriguing is the concept we (as a general American people, specifically women) have about getting "old". Quindlen challenges us to see aging as a blossoming: a blossoming into ourselves, older, but maybe more confident and relaxed.
As well as aging, she discusses treatment of women, friendships, relationships, family, all without being too political or gushy. Her views and beliefs may differ from your own, but she writes in no way trying to force you to believe it yourself, but rather, she writes in a way that forces you to think about it.
For any adult, new or experienced in years, this book will give you a lot of ideas to think about and challenge you to face things with a new approach. I would highly recommend for anyone trying to find their place in life or even their self.