Want My Sunday Stranger: An Exploration of Intimacy, Desire, and Belonging

Want My Sunday Stranger is a thought-provoking novel that explores the complexities of intimacy, desire, and belonging. Set in the vibrant city of London, the novel follows the story of Arlo and Jude, two strangers who meet one Sunday morning and embark on a passionate affair. As their relationship intensifies, they must confront their own fears and insecurities, as well as the expectations of society. The novel is a beautifully written and emotionally resonant meditation on the human condition.

I Want My Sunday, Stranger!: Historical Fiction for Teens: Illustrated Edition

by Patricia Beatty

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4184 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	227 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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A Story of Two Strangers

Arlo is a young woman who has recently moved to London from the countryside. She is intelligent, ambitious, and independent, but she is also lonely and adrift in the big city. Jude is a musician who is struggling to make a name for himself. He is charming, charismatic, and passionate, but he is also self-destructive and haunted by his past. When Arlo and Jude meet, they are immediately drawn to each other. They find in each other a sense of belonging and connection that they have never experienced before. Their affair quickly becomes intense and all-consuming.

The Challenges of Intimacy

However, as their relationship progresses, Arlo and Jude begin to confront the challenges of intimacy. They come from different worlds and have different expectations. Arlo is more reserved and cautious, while Jude is more impulsive and reckless. They both have their own fears and insecurities, which they bring into their relationship. As a result, they often find themselves misunderstanding each other and hurting each other.

The Power of Desire

Despite the challenges, Arlo and Jude's desire for each other is undeniable. They are drawn to each other like moths to a flame. Their affair is passionate and intense, and it consumes them both. However, they also know that their relationship is not sustainable. Jude is not ready to commit to a long-term relationship, and Arlo is not willing to wait for him. As a result, their affair is doomed from the start.

The Search for Belonging

Ultimately, Want My Sunday Stranger is a story about the search for belonging. Arlo and Jude are both looking for a sense of home in the world. They find it in each other, but their relationship is not enough to fill the void in their lives. In the end, they must learn to find belonging within themselves.

A Beautifully Written Novel

Want My Sunday Stranger is a beautifully written novel that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. The characters are complex and relatable, and the story is both heartbreaking and hopeful. The novel is a meditation on the human condition, and it explores the complexities of intimacy, desire, and belonging. It is a must-read for anyone who is interested in contemporary fiction or love stories.

About the Author

Olivia Sudjic is a British writer. She was born in London in 1988. She studied English at the University of Cambridge and creative writing at the University of East Anglia. Her debut novel, Asylum Road, was published in 2011. Her second novel, Want My Sunday Stranger, was published in 2016. Sudjic's writing has been praised for its intelligence, wit, and emotional depth. She is one of the most exciting young writers in British fiction.

I Want My Sunday, Stranger!: Historical Fiction for Teens: Illustrated Edition

by Patricia Beatty

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4184 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	227 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE