Lucky, Lucky People is a beautifully tangled, witty, and emotionally astute novel about midlife crises, creative ambition, fractured families, and the hope of starting over.
Set in the San Francisco Bay Area, it follows a cast of interconnected characters—a disillusioned coach, a viral busboy, a conflicted entrepreneur, a self-sabotaging artist, and the partners who orbit (or manage) them—as they navigate breakups, breakdowns, and unexpected second chances.
Shari, a tennis coach, reflects on her life during an early morning match in a scenic Alameda park. An accidental encounter with former student Phil sparks unexpected emotions, while her husband Gary contemplates his own aging and distant family life.
Phil struggles with post-college identity and the pressures of adult responsibilities, all while navigating a casual relationship with Jillian. Gary’s affair with Eva adds tension as both couples face conflicting desires and obligations.
Eva juggles her ambitions and complicated romance with Gary, while her boyfriend Steve searches for purpose and fulfillment. The chapter deepens the interconnected web of relationships, highlighting personal dilemmas and emotional struggles.
Daniel, a caring nurse, reconnects with Shari at the hospital, stirring memories and reflections. Annie balances her love for a coffee shop job with the allure of a more stable lab career, showing the challenges of choosing between passion and practicality.
After retiring from a corporate writing career, Holly Larsen turned to fiction.
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