The Man of My Dreams

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Hannah Gavener is fourteen in the summer of 1991, navigating a world where celebrity weddings contrast sharply with her parents’ crumbling marriage. As she transitions from Philadelphia to Boston to Albuquerque over the next decade and a half, she grapples with increasingly complex questions about love and relationships. At what point do childhood issues cease to be an excuse for adult failures? Is settling for someone less than your soulmate a sign of maturity or defeat? Moving for a guy who may not reciprocate your feelings—are you being brave or foolish? Hannah's relationships are fraught with complications, from her stubborn father to her captivating cousin Fig, whose antics both fascinate and frustrate her. She falls for Henry in college, despite his relationship with Fig, and encounters boyfriends who either love her deeply or break her heart. By her late twenties, Hannah has a clearer vision of what she desires, yet she struggles with the courage to pursue it. With a blend of honesty and humor, this narrative offers a profound and beautifully crafted exploration of the external influences and personal decisions that shape our identities.