Maile Chapman's fiction delves into the intricate landscapes of human relationships and the inner lives of her characters. Her style is marked by a piercing insight into motivations and inner worlds, offering readers a deep dive into psychological complexity. Through meticulously crafted narratives, Chapman touches upon universal themes of solitude, longing, and the search for meaning. Her work provides a starkly honest exploration of the human condition.
On a late summer's day, a new patient arrives on Sunny's ward, a faded, irascible former ballroom-dance instructor named Julia Dey. Sunny takes it upon herself to pierce the mystery of Julia's reserve, but soon Julia's tightly coiled anger places her at the centre of the ward's tangled life...