Starting Out in the Evening

The story centers on Leonard Schiller, a once-respected novelist in his seventies, and Heather Wolfe, a passionate graduate student in her twenties whose life was transformed by his books. When Heather chooses to write her thesis on Schiller's work, their meeting leads to unexpected changes in his structured life. This quasi-romantic friendship explores themes of art, fame, and personal connection, ultimately reshaping both their perspectives. The novel has received high praise for its depth and emotional resonance.