Love in the Afternoon, and Evening

"Love in the Afternoon, and Evening" is a vibrant celebration of American soap operas, highlighting their unique quirks and cultural significance. Authors Charlotte Druckman and Mayukh Sen engage with beloved soap stars like Susan Lucci and Erika Slezak, explore popular tropes and archetypes, and examine the industry's approaches to race, reproductive rights, and queerness. This work serves as both a cultural analysis and a heartfelt tribute to a genre that has shaped television history, inviting fans to revisit their favorite shows with renewed appreciation.