TASTE LIFE TWICE is Marsha J. Perlman's stunning evolution from a reticent and acquiescent girl growing up in New York City, to an independent and assertive world traveling educator and author, with a sense of self and empowerment. She had courage and perseverance to delve into incidents stored in her memory, to relive joy and heartaches and to examine unanswerable questions. The author journeyed through family dynamics, emerging social and political issues, love, loss and eventual triumph. This inspiring book is an excellent read for women of all ages, backgrounds and experiences.