Love, etc.

Synopsis of Love, etc.

«Love, etc.» is the novel by Julian Barnes, published by Vintage International in paperback (227 pages, in English).

Stuart returns to London after ten years in the United States and seeks out his ex-wife Gillian, who left him for Oliver, his best friend. Time has eroded Oliver's artistic ambitions and his relationship with Gillian is faltering. Told through interlocking monologues, the novel explores confessional culture and the power of perspective.

This novel by Julian Barnes, originally published in 2000, is the second instalment of the Trois series.

For readers of contemporary literary fiction interested in stories about relationships, betrayal and the weight of perspective.