First published 1977
A group of sophisticated characters gather to engage in witty, sometimes outrageous conversations that reveal deeper truths about life and society. Through their sparkling dialogue and civilized interactions, these people navigate questions that matter while maintaining their charm and intelligence. The novel centers on their verbal sparring and intellectual play, where serious concepts emerge through humor and unexpected insights. What begins as elegant social interaction becomes something rarer: a celebration of how thoughtful people can explore profound questions without losing their sense of fun. The characters discover that the most important ideas often surface through laughter and genuine connection with others.
Genres: romance, literary-fiction, american-fiction, 20th-century, contemporary, adult-fiction
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, witty
Tropes: found-family, witty-banter
Period: 20th-Century
192 pages · Hardcover · Heinemann