This like-new first edition is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and in good condition. Dust cover is unmarked, white cloth boards, and bright gilt lettering on the spine of the book. Themes in Women in Sunlight include reinvention in later life, embracing the unknown, and the power of female friendships. The novel explores how a change of scenery can inspire personal growth, and how new experiences can reignite passion for life. This book is written in the same immersive and evocative style that Mayes is known for, offering readers vivid descriptions of Italy's landscapes, food, and culture. It has been praised for its lush portrayal of Tuscany and for its take on how life can begin anew.