Talking at night by Claire Daverley

Talking at night by Claire Daverley

Talking at Night is the critically acclaimed debut novel by Claire Daverley. Published in 2023, it is a tender, melancholic, and deeply emotional literary romance that spans over two decades.

Frequently compared to the works of Sally Rooney (Normal People) and David Nicholls (One Day), the novel is less about a traditional, breezy romance and more about a quiet, intense character study of grief, timing, and missed opportunities.

The story centers on Rosie and Will, two teenagers living in Norfolk, England, who couldn't be more different:

• Rosie is a disciplined, anxious perfectionist and a chronic people-pleaser who is hyper-focused on her studies and meeting her mother's high expectations.

• Will is a brooding, rebellious "bad boy" with a troubled past, struggling with a rough reputation and early signs of self-destructive behavior.

Despite their different social circles, they are drawn together through Rosie’s twin brother, Josh, who becomes friends with Will. One night at a bonfire, an undeniable spark ignites between Will and Rosie. They begin stealing away for secret late-night walks, midnight chats over bowls of cereal, and long phone calls to soothe Rosie's insomnia.

Just as they are on the precipice of admitting their feelings, a sudden, devastating tragedy strikes on Will's birthday: Josh dies in a tragic accident.

The shared guilt and immense grief over Josh's death shatter their potential future together, sending them on entirely separate paths. Over the next twenty years, the novel follows Will and Rosie into adulthood—through different cities, jobs, and relationships. Yet, no matter how much time passes or how hard they try to move on, they are continually pulled back into each other's orbits, unable to fully let go of what might have been.

Language: English.

Genre: Romance.

Binding: সেলাই করা বাইন্ডিং

Quality: Premium Quality Books.

Printing: High Quality Printing.

Paper: Eye Friendly paper (Cream White)

Cover: Matt cover (Paperback).