Eleven seemingly unconnected characters are captured at points in their everyday lives when they are plagued by uncertainty, nostalgia, insecurity and, above all, a persistent longing for a different life. As these characters' lives begin to touch, often without their knowledge, far-reaching consequences prevail, leading some ultimately to commit murder. Yet - even after this potent search for better, more fulfilling lives - has each person ended up where they really want to be?
Started well but the second part of the book was disappointing. The characters are all tied together in the end but I found that I had very little feeling for them or about them - and I admit that I thought - what was the point the author was trying to make?