Everything's Fine

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What do you have to lose when you fall in love? Jess first meets Josh at their Ivy League college, where she immediately dislikes him—an entitled guy in chinos who seems poised to take on the world. As the only Black woman in their class, Jess grapples with the privileges Josh enjoys simply for being white. After graduation, they find themselves working together at the same investment bank. As they share lunches and engage in spirited debates, Jess begins to see Josh differently. Their contentious friendship evolves into an unexpected romance that challenges Jess to question her identity and what she’s willing to sacrifice for love. This novel offers a fresh, poignant perspective on love and self-discovery from a captivating new voice. Critics praise it as whip-smart, original, and deeply moving, highlighting its sharp observations on modern relationships and the complexities of losing oneself as a young woman. The characters are so vividly drawn that readers find themselves preoccupied with them even when not reading. This book is a perfect choice for book clubs, inviting explosive discussions and reflections on the intricacies of love and identity.