The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz-Used Nancy Thayer But the glorious effervescence of

But the glorious effervescence of the Season evaporates once Lily learns a devastating secret that threatens to destroy her entire family

Friendships fracture as the situation spins wildly out of control

Orla is falling in love with boyfriend Paul

she's abruptly called off the case

The Plot by Jean Hanff Korelitz-Used Nancy Thayer But the glorious effervescence ofJacob Finch Bonner was once a promising young novelist with a respectably published first book. Today, hes teaching in a third rate MFA program and struggling to maintain whats left of his self respect; he hasnt writtenlet alone publishedanything decent in years. When Evan Parker, his most arrogant student, announces he doesnt need Jakes help because the plot of his book in progress is a sure thing, Jake is prepared to dismiss the boast as typical