A Much Younger Man »

Aly is a thirty-five year old high school English teacher, divorced, not thrilled with her job, a little lonely. One day she takes the train instead of driving home and is recognized by Tom, the son of her best friend. After this first accidental encounter, they meet again, and again. Aly finds herself taking the train, looking forward to this interlude. Tom is tall, blond, handsome, an athlete, intelligent, sensitive - even a gifted musician. The moments they spend together become the most meaningful part of their lives. Then he wants more. How can she resist? They are perfectly suited in every way but one. Tom is a much younger man.

Sheila Ballantyne

This spare novel is riveting. I read it in one sitting, mesmerized by the author's talent. It is daring, moving, and absolutely true to life. -- Sheila Ballantyne Entirely, believably, delicate in its depiction of genuine love, yet strong because the persons involved are vivid and wholly convincing. -- Doris Grumbach