Going Dutch

In "Going Dutch," a well-observed debut novel, twenty-something graduate student Richard navigates the challenges of love and writer’s block in New York City. As he grapples with loneliness and academic struggles, his life takes a turn when he forms a complex bond with his brilliant classmate Anne, who offers to help him with his papers in exchange for companionship. Just as their relationship deepens, a new romance with the successful lawyer Blake complicates matters, leading Richard to confront his desires and the emotional intricacies of modern relationships. This engaging narrative explores themes of love, sexuality, and the emotional connections we seek in a digital age.