The Life List
by Lori Nelson Spielman
The Life List by Lori Nelson Spielman holds a highly rated rating of 4.08 out of 5, based on 8.3K reader ratings. First published in 2013. The book spans 354 pages.
About The Life List
In this utterly charming debut — one woman sets out to complete her old list of childhood goals, and finds that her lifelong dreams lead her down a path she never expects.1. Go to Paris2. Perform live, on a super big stage3. Have a baby, maybe two4. Fall in love Brett Bohlinger has forgotten all about the list of life goals she’d written as a naïve teenager. In fact, at thirty-four, Brett seems to have it all—a plum job at her family’s multimillion-dollar company and a spacious loft with her irresistibly handsome boyfriend. But when her beloved mother, Elizabeth, dies, Brett’s world is turned upside down. Rather than simply naming her daughter the new CEO of Bohlinger Cosmetics, Elizabeth’s will comes with one big stipulation: Brett must fulfill the list of childhood dreams she made so long ago. Grief-stricken, Brett can barely make sense of her mother’s decision. Some of her old hopes seem impossible. How can she possibly have a relationship with a father who died seven years ago? Other dreams (Be an awesome teacher!) would require her to reinvent her entire future. For each goal attempted, her mother has left behind a bittersweet letter, offering words of wisdom, warmth, and—just when Brett needs it—tough love. As Brett struggles to complete her abandoned life list, one thing becomes clear: Sometimes life’s sweetest gifts can be found in the most unexpected places.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Lori Nelson Spielman |
| Published | 2013 |
| Pages | 354 |
| Genres | Chick-lit, Fiction, Romance, Fiction, Young Adult |
| Average Rating | 4.08 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 8,301 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is The Life List?
The Life List is categorized as Chick-lit, Fiction, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is The Life List worth reading?
Based on 8.3K reader ratings, The Life List has an average score of 4.08 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is The Life List?
The Life List has 354 pages.
Who wrote The Life List?
The Life List was written by Lori Nelson Spielman. It was first published in 2013.
What is the ISBN for The Life List?
The ISBN-13 for The Life List is 9780345540870.0.
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