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It's a Wonderful Lie: 26 Truths About Life in Your Twenties
by (Editor: Emily Franklin)
Product Group: Book
Publisher: 5 Spot (2007-01-03)
ISBN: 044669777X
EAN: 9780446697774
Dewy Decimal #: 305.2422
Paperback: 304 pages
SKU: 07030302
Condition: New as issued no ja
Comments: Trade Paperback. Advance Reading Copy in like new condition. No marks or creases and appears unread. Beautiful book.
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
These provocative original essays aim to empathize with, encourage and inspire 20-something women. It's a Wonderful Lie will pick up where Quarter-life Crisis left off and will offer perspective and wisdom. Writers will shed a light on what one should and should not expect from what you've been led to believe are the best years of your life. The essays range from comedic to reflective and pensive, all looking at the uphill battle that exists as women live through their first jobs, loves, and losses. Cleverly titled essays such as, 'My Own Mr. Big', 'Twentysomething Seeks Same for FRIENDSHIP' and 'Tradeoffs: Why I Sold My Soul for My Apartments' will look back on the various areas that tripped up women in their twenties the most. The contributors then move forward, figuring out that while this crucial decade might have its many downsides, the pluses are numerous. It's a Wonderful Lie entertains, encourages and empowers women who are living through their twenties now, about to graduate from college, and, finally, those who have loved and lived through it all.
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Customer Reviews
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No Lie- this book is great!
Rating  (5)
Date: 2008-03-17
I really enjoyed the heart felt and brutally honest stories in this book. Being a women in her 20's, this book spoke to me greatly.Every girl should read this at least once while in her twenties or even in her thirties just to have a laugh. I've been the girl in each of these stories and it lets me know- I will survive these years of confusion, frustrations and let-downs.
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There's hope after all...
Rating (5)
Date: 2008-02-20
This book is the perfect antidote to the quarterlife crisis blues. Covering all topics ranging from love relationships to housing to careers to friends, whatever is bothering you, there will be an essay reminding you that yes, your 20s aren't that great, but no, you definitely aren't alone, and the best news: you'll survive, and likely end up far happier and fulfilled than you think you will. Overall, an inspiring read, with little bites of wisdom and perspective.
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Good stuff.
Rating (5)
Date: 2008-02-13
It isn't set up like I expected it to be, but it's definately the truth. hah.
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There is light at the end of the tunnel
Rating  (4)
Date: 2007-12-22
2 out of 2 customers found this reveiw helpful
As a twenty-something, I picked up this book for obvious reasons. It was so heartening to learn that what I am going through, other women have gone through and no one has all the answers no matter what path you choose. I plan to share this book with all of my girlfriends.
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I wish that I had read it sooner
Rating (5)
Date: 2007-06-06
3 out of 3 customers found this reveiw helpful
I was in Borders when I stumbled along this book and thought " What a clever title and concept." As a twenty something professional in higher education that deals with early twenty something women on a regular basis, I highly recommend this book. It is a quick read but able to be put down and picked back up easily. There were times when I shook my head in agreement and laughed aloud hysterically.
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