Summary:
The book reflects on the author's grief and memories following the death of her daughter, Quintana Roo Dunne. It explores themes of aging, loss, and motherhood, as Didion grapples with her own mortality and the fragility of life.
Key points:
1. Grief and Loss: "Blue Nights" explores Didion's grief over her daughter Quintana's death, including the pain, confusion, and anticipatory grief she experienced.
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