Description
In this captivating novel, Alice, a successful novelist, encounters Felix, a warehouse worker, and impulsively invites him on a journey to Rome, setting in motion an unexpected romance. Meanwhile, in Dublin, Alice's best friend Eileen navigates the aftermath of a painful breakup while finding herself drawn back into the orbit of Simon, a childhood acquaintance who has always lingered at the edges of her life. Through interwoven narratives of love, ambition, and self-discovery, Sally Rooney explores the complexities of modern relationships and the ways we seek connection across different worlds. With her signature sharp wit and emotional intelligence, Rooney examines how chance encounters and old bonds shape our lives in profound and often surprising ways. This chapter sampler offers a glimpse into a richly layered story about the search for meaning and intimacy in contemporary life.
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paperback
Farrar, Straus & Giroux
Published Jan 1, 2021
18 pages
ISBN: 9780374607289
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First Published
2021
Language
eng
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