{"product_id":"9788417451615","title":"The woman who wanted more","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Woman Who Wanted More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA warm and funny novel about second chances, unexpected friendship, and the power of good food to heal the soul. At forty, following a breakup, Kate moves back into her mother's house. Her life takes a turn when she meets Cecily Finn, a sharp-tongued 96-year-old woman. Cecily gives her a peculiar 1957 cookbook that promises answers for every romantic situation. Between menus for winning over, keeping, or saying goodbye to someone, the two women will forge a friendship that teaches them that life is meant to be enjoyed intensely, beyond romantic love. A comforting read that combines humor, emotion, and gastronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKate breaks up with her boyfriend and, after a few days of self-pity, decides to move back in with her mother at 40. To occupy her time, she begins volunteering at the \"Lauderdale Foundation for Exceptional Ladies.\" There she meets Cecily Finn, a 96-year-old woman, tired of living but with a sharp wit. Cecily recommends a very particular self-help manual: a cookbook she wrote herself in 1957, with menus designed for any romantic situation. What to cook to win over an old flame? And a new one? How to keep the man you hope will stay after dinner? And how to invite the one who won't to leave? Through these menus, Kate will try to find the ideal dish for a broken heart, while discovering if Cecily can also find a way out of her own rut. Thus, a friendship is forged between two lonely and stubborn souls who discover that food is for indulgence, that life is meant to be enjoyed to the fullest, and that the way to a man's heart is, in the end, irrelevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSecond chances and personal reinvention at 40.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntergenerational friendship between two strong-willed women.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe therapeutic and symbolic power of cooking and gastronomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOvercoming heartbreak and emotional grief.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe search for happiness beyond romantic relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor readers of contemporary fiction and romantic novels with a touch of humor and realism. Especially suitable for those who enjoy stories about female friendship, strong female characters, and second chances, with a backdrop of cooking and recipes. Also for those looking for a light yet emotionally deep read that combines entertainment with reflections on life and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA moving and funny story that shows it is never too late to rebuild your life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original reflection on how food can be a vehicle for emotions and human relationships.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA realistic, unsweetened portrait of loneliness and old age, balanced by humor and vitality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn unforgettable friendship between two women who become each other's support system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA read that invites you to enjoy the little pleasures in life, such as good food and company.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Zimmerman, Vicky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: EDICIONES VERSATIL, S.L.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, ROMANTIC NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: NARRATIVE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 368\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 687 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA novel that successfully combines British humor, tenderness, and reflection on the passage of time. The relationship between Kate and Cecily is the heart of the work, offering sparkling dialogue and moments of great emotion. The original narrative thread of recipes as a metaphor for romantic relationships adds a layer of originality to a story of personal growth. Ideal for those looking for an entertaining read with substance, which does not shy away from difficult topics but approaches them with lightness and optimism.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EDICIONES VERSATIL, S.L.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407198871899,"sku":"9788417451615","price":21.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841745161.jpg?v=1781850008","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788417451615","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}