Bestselling book on New York Times "A stunning assortment, Table for Two is a triumph with its sharp satire cleverly disguised as a box of delicious Neuhaus chocolates. " —As praised by The New York Times By the acclaimed writer behind The Lincoln Highway, A Gentleman in Moscow, and Rules of Civility comes a meticulously crafted assortment of tales, complete with a novella showcasing one of his most cherished characters. Amor Towles fans, numbering in the millions, have an exciting treat in store as he presents a collection of his shorter fiction: six stories taking place in New York City and a novella situated in Golden Age Hollywood. Stories set in New York around 2000 explore the significant outcomes that may result from chance meetings and the intricate dynamics of compromise within contemporary marriages. In Towles's book Rules of Civility, the determined Evelyn Ross departs New York City in September 1938, planning to go back to Indiana. However, upon reaching Chicago and seeing her parents, she decides to prolong her journey to Los Angeles instead. "Eve in Hollywood" narrates the story from seven different perspectives, illustrating how Eve shapes a fresh path for herself and those around her in a dark and captivating narrative that transports us through the film studios, cozy homes, and seedy watering holes of Los Angeles. Crafted with his distinctive charm, humor, and elegance, Table for Two stands as another dazzling installment in Towles's collection of chic and captivating fiction.
