Darcey Steinke’s memoir takes a literary, existential approach to menopause. More meditation than manual, it explores how the body’s changes intertwine with questions of feminism, ageing and mortality. Her prose is lyrical and candid, inviting readers to confront the often unspoken feelings of loss and uncertainty that menopause can bring. This is not a checklist of symptoms or remedies, but a textured narrative that honours the emotional depth of this stage of life.
