“You stayed around your children as long as you could, inhaling the ambient gold shavings of their childhood, and at the last minute you tried to see them off into life and hoped that the little piece of time you’d given them was enough to prevent them from one day feeling lonely and afraid and hopeless. You wouldn’t know the outcome for a long time.”
This book delves into the experiences of women who have chosen to take a decade-long pause in their professional careers to prioritize family responsibilities. The narrative examines the motivations behind these decisions, the societal implications, and the challenges faced by these women as they navigate the complexities of re-entering the workforce after such a significant hiatus. more
Meg Wolitzer is an American author known for her nuanced psychological portrayals and complex portrayals of family relationships. Her works often explore the lives, careers, and personal growth of modern women. Her notable works include 'The Interestings' and 'The Wife'. more
“There is meaning in every journey that is unknown to the traveler.”
“Every deep thinker is more afraid of being understood than of being misunderstood.”
“Let every woman, who has once begun to think, examine herself”
“My mother always called me 'sturdy' and said I have big bones. A little fat is what I am.”
“My own business always bores me to death; I prefer other people's.”
“I'm always on the lookout for something good about people. Often months go by.”
“Rich people have small TVs and big libraries, and poor people have small libraries and big TVs.”