The Dinner Date

This short story by Cathi Hanauer, set in Manhattan, explores the complex emotions of a young doctor, Adam, as he navigates the aftermath of his wife’s departure and a budding connection with a coworker. Blending themes of modern love and emotional vulnerability, the narrative offers a nuanced glimpse into heartbreak and new beginnings. Originally written two decades ago, it also served as inspiration for Hanauer's later novel, "Gone."