First published 2022
A rainstorm forces strangers to take refuge in a small-town diner. As they wait out the weather, the weary travelers share their stories and find unexpected connections. From a high-strung businesswoman to a free-spirited artist, each person reveals their hopes, fears, and yearnings. As the storm rages outside, bonds form inside - challenging assumptions and leading to moments of profound vulnerability. In the end, the unlikely companions emerge from the diner transformed, their lives forever intertwined.
Genres: fiction, drama, literary-fiction, contemporary
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, strangers-to-friends
Paperback · Pan Macmillan