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"Epiphanies: An Ethics of Experience" by Sophie Grace Chappell challenges the constraints of traditional philosophical practice and argues for the importance of personal and experiential perspectives in philosophy. Chappell explores the concept of epiphanies, defined as peak experiences or "aha moments," and argues that they reveal important truths about value, motivation, and the nature of our lives. The book aims to construct an ethics based on epiphanies and addresses meta-ethical questions about justification and subjectivity. Chappell's writing style is personal and engaging, inviting readers to reflect on their own experiences. The book draws on literary works and engages with the tradition of Anglo-Saxon philosophy in search of alternative approaches to ethics. Overall, "Epiphanies: An Ethics of Experience" offers a refreshing and spacious conversation about philosophy. [Extracted from the article]