Evenings at Five

In "Evenings at Five," Gail Godwin explores the deep bond between Christina and Rudy, who cherished their evenings together over drinks, music, and conversation for nearly thirty years. After Rudy’s sudden death, Christina navigates her profound grief and the void left in her life, reflecting on their unique connection and shared experiences. This poignant novella blends humor and heartache, capturing the complexities of love, loss, and the enduring nature of their relationship in a beautifully written meditation on presence and absence.