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A Window Opens
400 pages, 2016
fiction
1382 booksIn A Window Opens, bestselling author Elisabeth Egan brings readers Alice Pearse, a Glamour magazine editor and the heroine of our social-media-obsessed age.
Like her fictional forebears Bridget Jones and Kate Reddy, Alice must play many roles (which she never refers to as “wearing many hats” and wishes you wouldn’t, either). She is a mostly happily married mother of three, an attentive daughter, an ambivalent dog owner, a part-time editor, a loyal neighbor, and a Zen commuter. But when her husband makes a radical career change, Alice is ready to lean in—and she knows exactly how lucky she is to land a job at Scroll, the hip young start-up which promises to be the future of reading.
In A Window Opens, Elisabeth Egan explores the struggle of balancing work and family life. The protagonist, Alice, is a working mom who tries to juggle her career, her kids, and her sick father. It's a reminder that it's okay to not have it all together all the time.
Egan takes a look at how technology is disrupting traditional industries, particularly publishing. Alice's job at Scroll, a digital book start-up, shows the tension between the old and the new. It's a fascinating look into how industries must adapt or risk becoming obsolete.
Alice's journey in A Window Opens shows us the importance of staying true to ourselves. Even when faced with the pressure to conform at her new job, Alice remains authentic. This book encourages readers to embrace their individuality.
Elisabeth Egan doesn't shy away from the tough stuff. She explores the themes of loss and grief through Alice's father's illness. It's a poignant reminder that it's okay to grieve and that it's a part of life.
In the midst of all the chaos in her life, Alice finds solace in her friendships. Egan beautifully portrays the power of friendship and the comfort it can provide. It's a nudge for readers to cherish their own friendships.
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A Window Opens is a rare gem of a book that combines a compelling story with an insightful view of the ever-changing world of publishing.
Jennifer Weiner - Bestselling NovelistElisabeth Egan's A Window Opens is a beautiful, poignant and painfully funny novel about the balancing act of motherhood and career, and the challenges of the modern woman.
Emily Giffin - American AuthorA Window Opens is a remarkable novel that offers a sharp critique of our modern culture, while celebrating the love and connection found in our most important relationships.
J. Courtney Sullivan - Contemporary WriterA Window Opens is a captivating, insightful, and hilarious novel that explores the complexities of modern life, love, and family.
Curtis Sittenfeld - Fiction WriterA Window Opens is a delightful, smart and funny novel that beautifully captures the struggles of a woman trying to have it all.
Adriana Trigiani - Bestselling Author