Writers & Lovers: A Novel by Lily King

Writers & Lovers is the 2020 novel from acclaimed author Lily King. An intimate and often humorous exploration of art, love, and the importance of finding our place in the world; Writers & Lovers is an enlightening tale sure to capture the hearts of readers everywhere.

The novel begins in a small Massachusetts town where Casey Peabody, a 31 year old aspiring writer, is struggling to make ends meet while attempting to finish her first novel. Casey works part-time as a waitress at a local restaurant and lives in an old converted barn that she shares with her two roommates, Zeb and Quentin. Unmotivated and overwhelmed by her financial struggles, Casey is finally waking up to the possibility that following her dreams of being a successful author may not be enough to pay the bills.

Things start to look up for Casey when she meets Oscar, a handsome British man who quickly becomes her confidante and love interest. Oscar provides Casey with the strength and motivation she needs to focus on her writing and career. She even begins to make progress on her novel and starts to gain some notoriety for her work.

However, Casey soon finds herself torn between her feelings for Oscar, her passion for writing, and her desire to find stability and security. When Oscar ends the relationship abruptly, she is left alone to wrestle with her conflicting emotions and starts to question what she truly wants out of life.

As the narrative progresses, Casey must decide between a life of passion and creativity or one of routine and stability. Writers & Lovers is a story of self-discovery and finding your place in the world, as much as it is a story of love and loss. The novel’s unique combination of humor and heartache keeps readers engrossed as they experience Casey’s struggles and triumphs.

King’s powerful and poetic writing takes readers on a self-reflective journey and while the story is entertaining, it is also deeply affecting. Ultimately, Casey’s story speaks to the heart of anyone who has ever struggled to find their path and hopes to achieve their dreams. Writers & Lovers is a thought-provoking and heartfelt novel that is sure to resonate with readers for years to come.