Polly Goodman teaches English at Windsor, an exclusive private school for girls. Mostly she loves her job but there are times when she's not sure what a particular student might need from her. She has the mix of girls - the bright ones, the mean ones, the ones with intrusive mothers, and the ones hanging on by their fingertips.

Polly was en route to a PhD when she found out that her husband was cheating on her. How could she have been so blind?! Everyone else saw him as a rotten catch, but Polly was smitten. She ditches her PhD program, gets her Master's degree and begins teaching at Windsor,

Her second husband, Mark, is one of the good ones. He loves Polly, emotionally supports her, and they have great sex, at least when they're not in the middle of an IVF fertility cycle. Polly, 38 years old when the book starts, is desperate to have a child. So is Mark. They are conscientious, following all their fertility doctor's instructions. Why then is she getting her period every 30 days like clockwork? She is despondent over this.

Polly is in a book club with her closest friends. They tell each other everything - the only rule is that they don't read the assigned monthly books. As a joke, the book club members get Polly an ancestry/genetics test. (Think 23andme or ancestry.com). They figure that, with potential parenthood looming on the horizon, Polly might benefit from knowing her lineage. Little do they know they mystery it will uncover.

Anna Quindlen gets relationships, especially families and friendships. She catches the lifelong uneasiness between Polly and her mother alongside the intimate connection between Polly and her now demented father. Her love for her brother is whole hearted and has the depth of the Titanic. I laughed and cried at the unique love between Polly and her loyal and quirky friends. This is a book to cherish. My only concerns are the frequent repetitions in this already short novel. (Really! I remember what I read two chapters back). And the prodromal warnings of things to come. I would have liked better editing. This book didn't need filler as it stands tall and proud on its own.

Thank you Random House and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this novel which is scheduled to be published in early 2026. The review is totally my own.

Anna Quindien, one of my favorite authors, and again the wonderful way she weaves a story. So many issues in this story, makes a great discussion for any book club, just like the story, only thing is they buy the book and never read the story. I thought this was so clever, it made me laugh. I will be reading this book in my book club.

I love Anna Quindlen and I loved this book. So many stories within: a woman facing infertility, the death of a friend, handling dementia in a parent, and learning about new origins from a DNA test. More Than Enough is a lovely story about all of these themes, but like all of Quindlen’s stories, it is the depth of the characters that give the book meaning. You can’t help but love each and every character and how each one muddles through an imperfect life. Like Quindlen’s other books, this is a treasure. The only criticism I have is that the paragraphs would quickly move to another part of the story without transition , which threw me for a loop. I was also confused until the end about the DNA mystery, wondering if I had missed a detail in the story.
Thank you NetGalley for an Advance Reader Copy.

I’m always excited to receive a new release from an author I’ve enjoyed in the past. I move them right to the top of my “to read” list. This one didn’t disappoint. Her writing is so easy to read and enjoyable; each conversation flows and they all sound real. There are numerous side plots in the book and they all held my interest and added to the story. I definitely recommend this book.

I did have a bit of trouble with one of the critical scenes near the end of the book; it didn’t ring true to me. But overall I still enjoyed this read.

Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an early release in exchange for a fair and honest review.

The women in Polly's book club never read the books. The point is the fellowship and food. When they give Polly one of those DNA test kits (as a joke) for her birthday, She begins to reflect on her life and her relationships.

I expected this to be a suspenseful book about family secrets and lies. Instead this is a more introspective book about a woman who seems lost. While Polly is happy in her marriage and her job as a Literature teacher, something is missing. This is a slower paced book than I expected. I kept waiting for the big shocking secret, the big family drama, some surprising event that creates emotional upheaval. That never happens, but (in the end) that's OK. I love Quindlen's writing and her character development. If you want a good read that will tug at your heartstrings without being sappy AND will give you some great literary references, this is the book for you. There are several engaging sub-plots that will keep your attention as well. While I admit it's not my favorite book of this year, I did really like it.

Thanks to NetGalley for this ARC in exchange for my honest review. Anna always writes a really good story and this one was no different. Full of heart with all the feels.

4 stars-This is a novel of family (in some cases a bit dysfunctional) and friends. Polly is in a “not really a book club because we don’t read the books” with three friends. As a joke they buy her a dna kit so that she can see if her hypochondriac feelings are rooted in the truth of her dna. What comes next is a bit of a shock to her, she has an unknown relative. She also has a distant mother, a father in a nursing home, a near perfect husband and in laws. To make matters worse, IVF isn’t working, and her best friend is battling cancer. The way that Polly navigates her life through all of the drama makes for a heartwarming and relatable read. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the arc.

While this book had a great premise, and I really enjoyed the first few chapters, for me it fell off quite a bit in the second half. I feel this would have worked better as a short story. The sub plots and additional characters seemed to not go anywhere.

I very much enjoyed the idea of a woman taking a DNA test and going down a bit of a rabbit hole, uncovering that she has additional relatives that she didn’t know about. Polly was a relatable character and I really liked Sarah and her friends, there was some really funny dialogue from her brother.

Good concept, and a few great scenes. I thought the ending was quite touching.

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC. Book to be published February 23, 2026.

Thank you to the publisher, Random House, and the author, Anna Quindlen, for the privilege to read this advanced copy through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own.

The book club "that doesn't read a book" is a group of close friends. Polly's, the protagonist, girlfriends: Helen, Sarah, and Jamie. These friends have been with Polly through "a career pivot, a divorce, two years of mostly celibacy and total misanthropy, a succession of terrible dates, and then Mark." This book shares friendships, homosexuality, Alzheimers, mental illness, infertility, dying, and life's successes and challenges.

Polly was given a DNA kit for her birthday, which identified a phantom maybe-niece. There is some mystery around the "niece" identified through the DNA test results. Polly's dad has Alzheimers and there are details in how difficult life with an Alzheimers patient can be. I can relate with this so connected with this aspect of the book. There is lots of insight into details of therapy sessions for coping.

The author does a good job tying the loose ends together. Most everyone enjoys a book with a happy ending and this book does not disappoint. I enjoyed the book and found it easy to read. Written in true Anna Quindlen fashion, for me, it's an enjoyable, quick-to-read book.

I was very happy to receive this ARC in exchange for my honest review, as I have enjoyed several of her other books. Black & Blue, Still Life with Breadcrumbs, and One True Thing. The main character Polly receives an ancestry DNA test from her friends in her book club. The results are surprising. I have to say I skimmed through some of the book as I didn't feel like some characters were really necessary for the plot. I almost didn't finish, but I was glad I did as everything came together at the end.
Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book.

Ask yourself, if you were given an ancestry kit would you take it? If there was something unexpected would you then follow the trail to learn how and why you are connected in this virtual family tree? These are the questions Anna Quindlen builds her story upon and what a house of a story she creates!! I was thrilled to receive an advance copy from the publisher. I could not put this down. Every character was fully developed and the pacing of the story was perfect! I woke up this morning missing the characters they were that real!! You too will feel a range of emotions as you turn the pages.. I do not want to spoil a second ot discovery so will close with read this book!!

Read through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I have read several of this author's books and this one was a really good story. There are a few twists and turns and some difficult life events - just like in real life. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it.

EXQUISITE, simply exquisite. This is an extremely compelling novel about Polly, a woman in her 40’s dealing with multiple life issues. Aching for a baby, struggling with her mother and finally trying to figure out the significance of DNA test results.

She has a lovely marriage to a star Vetranarian and a loving group of friends. As a reader, I loved the portrayals of all the different types of love. Family, marital and friendship. Polly is also an involved teacher who shows true empathy with student problems.

The catalyst for much of the novel is the mysterious result that causes Polly to question her genetic heritage. Her kindness, grace and curiosity when she meets her possible relative spoke to me about her loving nature.

Polly also must cope with unexpected tragedy as well as dealing with her father and his dementia.

But, with all this swirling around, I loved Polly, the novel and Quindlan’s thoughtful and beautifully written novel about love.

Of course,I am highly recommending this novel and cannot wait to discuss this with book club members and friends.

Thank you Netgalley for this fabulous novel, the perfect end for my summer reading!

Thank you to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC.

A quiet book about many heavy issues such as dementia, cancer, and infertility. It was handled well by the author and I really felt for Polly Goodman as she navigated the path of one getting older.

3.5 ⭐️

Anna Quindlen wrote a beautiful novel that was a wise and uplifting reflection on aging, gratitude, and finding abundance in what we already have.

More Than Enough is Anna Quindlen’s thoughtful reflection on the later chapters of life—what it means to age with grace, gratitude, and a sense of fulfillment. Drawing on her own experiences, she explored how growing older shifts our perspective from striving for “more” to realizing the value of what we already have: family, friendships, wisdom, and everyday joys. Rather than seeing aging as loss, she framed it as a time of abundance and clarity—a reminder that a meaningful life is often about appreciating that we already have more than enough.

I really appreciated how Quindlen’s voice felt both wise and approachable—like listening to a friend who has lived through it all and come away with clarity. The narrative was warm and reassuring, with reflections on aging and gratitude that feel both authentic and comforting. I loved the way she turned ordinary experiences into meaningful insights. She offered perspective without ever sounding heavy-handed. At the same time, some of her ideas did circle back a bit too often, and the flow leaned more reflective than practical, which made certain sections feel repetitive. Still, even with those slower moments, the heart of the book shined through. It was an uplifting reminder that fulfillment often comes from realizing we already have more than enough.

Overall, More Than Enough was a wise and comforting read. It offered perspective on aging and fulfillment with warmth and honesty. I recommend this novel for readers who enjoy reflective, wisdom-filled nonfiction and particularly for those who appreciate Anna Quindlen’s thoughtful voice. It’s a great fit for anyone navigating midlife or later years, or for readers looking for reassurance, perspective, and gratitude in the everyday.

Thanks Net Galley and Random House for an advance copy in return for my review.

As a longtime fan of Anna Quindlen, I was very excited to read More than Enough and for the most part, it did not disappoint. Quindlen’s signature voice shines through in this beautifully written story, and her talent for crafting fully realized, emotionally complex characters is on full display. I really liked the characters, making it easy to connect with them on the page and care deeply about their journeys. (I especially loved Lou and Sarah and Mark.)

That said, the structure of the book didn’t always work for me. The frequent flashbacks and the non-linear storytelling sometimes disrupted the flow and made it harder to stay focused on all the small details. I would have preferred a more straightforward, real-time approach to the story.

Still, Quindlen’s prose is elegant and full of astute observations about life. Her insights into relationships and identity are as sharp as ever. Despite my reservations about the structure, I enjoyed the book and would definitely recommend More than Enough to other readers—especially fans of literary fiction and character-driven narratives.

I truly enjoyed this interesting and well written book. Packed with emotion and the different struggles we all have in our lives. The characters are described, where the reader can actually “see” them. I enjoyed the friendship among the four members of the book club, where they meet routinely but never read the book! Such good people. Such camaraderie. The relationship between Polly and her brother and her father, warmed my heart. Polly’s strained relationship with her mother was palpable . Who wouldn’t adore Mark, Polly’s husband? Thank you NetGalley and Random House for granting me this ARC. All opinions are my own! Kudos to Anna Quindlen. #MoreThanEnough, #NetGalley.

Another not-put-downable effort from best-seller author Quindlen, this book was a fast, engrossing an interesting effort worthy of her talents. We meet Polly, a 42-year-old private girls' high school English teacher in New York City. She is happily married (now) to Mark, her large animal veterinarian who works at the Bronx Zoo. Polly has a wonderful group of female friends who have a book club where nobody reads the book, they just purchase copies, then go on to have a great girl's night together (eating, drinking, talking, bitching, everything but A book discussion,)

Surprising, to me, was that this novel is also a mystery. Who is the person the DNA research has identified as a close relative? You will have to read it all to find out. And you will increase your knowledge of zoo animals and vicunas, and envy Polly's talent as a teacher and her super mother-in-law. who more than makes up for her cold mother, a judge.

Thanks so much to Random House for offering me this book pre-publication and to Net Galley. This is my honest review.

Wow! This was my first book to read by this author but definitely not my last! This book will leave you wanting for more and the characters and storyline stick with you long after you finish it. Do yourself a favor and pick up this page-turner!

As a fan of Quindlen's previous books, I was delighted to get the opportunity to read an advance copy of More Than Enough. It is a tender, insightful exploration of identity, friendship, and family relationships. Through Polly Goodman, a high school English teacher navigating infertility, family tensions, and the unexpected results of a DNA test, Quindlen crafts a story that feels both deeply personal and universally resonant. I especially appreciated the way the novel captures the emotional complexity of female friendships, particularly within Polly’s book club circle. Although some characters seem too good to be true, the author did a wonderful job bringing them to life. Quindlen’s writing is warm, wise, and full of subtle humor. She handles themes like infertility, family secrets, and self-discovery beautifully. This is a novel that invites reflection and would make a wonderful choice for book discussion groups. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an advance copy. Highly recommended for readers who enjoy character-driven fiction with heart and depth.