Is there still sex in the city?
『Is there still sex in the city?』の概要
Candace Bushnell returns to explore dating after 50, where Tinder, "Cubbing," and vaginal rejuvenation replace Cosmos and Mr. Big. Her raw, humorous take on midlife romance proves sex doesn't end at menopause - it just gets more complicated.
『Is there still sex in the city?』の主要テーマ
- middle age dating
- female aging
- divorce recovery
- post-menopausal sexuality
- algorithmic ageism
「Is there still sex in the city?」のベストクォート
people who "need" sex tend to make terrible decisions to get it.
『Is there still sex in the city?』の登場人物
- Candace BushnellThe author and protagonist navigating life over 50
- MarilynA friend who relocated to the Hamptons
- QueenieA former society it-girl and divorced mother
- KittyA friend whose perfect marriage ended abruptly
- Tilda TiaA friend exploring newfound freedom after a breakup
著者について
『Is there still sex in the city?』の著者について
Candace Bushnell, the internationally bestselling author and cultural commentator behind Is There Still Sex in the City?, has shaped modern narratives about women’s lives with her sharp wit and unflinching honesty.
Known for her contemporary fiction exploring love, power, and female ambition, Bushnell first rose to prominence with her groundbreaking Sex and the City column and subsequent book, which inspired the iconic HBO series and films.
Her other notable works, including Lipstick Jungle (adapted into an NBC series) and The Carrie Diaries (a CW prequel), solidify her reputation for capturing the complexities of women’s social and professional dynamics.
Born in Connecticut and a longtime New York City insider, Bushnell’s writing blends autobiographical insights with razor-edged social satire. Is There Still Sex in the City?, a New York Times bestseller, was hailed for its exploration of relationships and aging, proving her enduring relevance.
Her books have been translated into over 20 languages, with screen adaptations reaching millions worldwide.
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この本に関するよくある質問
Candace Bushnell's Is There Still Sex in the City? explores the romantic and social lives of women in their 50s navigating divorce, dating apps, and societal expectations in modern New York. Through candid storytelling, Bushnell examines middle-aged sexuality, friendship dynamics, and the challenges of reinvention in a youth-obsessed culture, blending humor with sharp cultural commentary.
This book resonates with fans of Bushnell’s earlier works like Sex and the City, readers interested in midlife dating narratives, and those exploring themes of aging and female empowerment. It’s particularly relevant for women over 40 confronting societal stereotypes about sexuality and relationships.
While Sex and the City focused on single women in their 30s, this sequel-esque work shifts to middle-aged characters grappling with divorce, motherhood, and societal invisibility. Bushnell trades Cosmopolitans for existential reflections, maintaining her signature wit while addressing darker realities of aging.
- Reinvention: Starting over after divorce or career shifts
- Societal double standards: Ageism in dating and sexuality
- Female friendship: Support networks in midlife crises
- Digital dating: Navigating apps like Tinder after 50
Yes. Bushnell draws from her own divorce and dating experiences, blending fictionalized stories with memoir-like insights. The book reflects her personal observations about New York’s social scene and the “Carrie Bradshaw” persona’s evolution into middle age.
Some critics argue the episodic structure lacks narrative cohesion, while others note its heteronormative focus doesn’t fully represent diverse midlife experiences. However, fans praise its unflinching look at aging in a sex-positive framework.
The book dissects swiping-app fatigue, ghosting among middle-aged daters, and the paradox of infinite choice versus loneliness. Bushnell contrasts 1990s dating norms with today’s digital landscape, highlighting how technology reshapes intimacy.
- “Divorce is the new college”: Reinvention through life upheavals
- “Fifty is the new twenty-five”: Rejecting ageist stereotypes
- “The Second Act”: Embracing new beginnings post-50
It serves as both a spiritual successor and reality check to the original series’ fantasy, showing how characters evolve with age. Bushnell confronts HBO’s glamorized version with raw accounts of menopause, financial struggles, and societal erasure.
As Generation X enters their 50s/60s, the book taps into growing conversations about aging populations redefining sexuality and purpose. Its themes align with movements challenging age discrimination in media and relationships.
- Embrace sexual agency at any age
- Cultivate resilience through life transitions
- Build communities beyond romantic relationships
- Redefine success metrics in midlife
While not directly stated in sources, Bushnell’s history with HBO (Sex and the City) and Paramount+ (And Just Like That...) makes adaptation likely. The book’s episodic structure and built-in fanbase create strong series potential.
