by Michael Munn
First published 1988
The story follows several interconnected characters navigating romance and heartbreak in contemporary England. The protagonist faces difficult choices between loyalty and desire as relationships shift around them. Friends become rivals, lovers become strangers, and family bonds strain under pressure. Each character struggles with their own version of love, whether passionate, comfortable, or complicated. The narrative weaves through different perspectives, showing how one person's happiness often comes at another's expense. Set against the backdrop of changing social attitudes, the characters must decide what they're willing to sacrifice for connection. At its heart, this is a story about the messy reality of human affection and the courage required to keep loving despite disappointment.
Genres: fiction, drama, romance, literary-fiction, contemporary, 21st-century, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: England
Period: Contemporary
Hardcover · Robson Books Ltd