Bold, chaotic, and unapologetically playful…
Ambitious Manhattan lawyers Angie and Ella blur the line between boardroom polish and reckless delight in Leyse’s latest novel. The inseparable friends spend their days satisfying demanding clients and their nights—and lunch breaks—dreaming up increasingly audacious escapades, all chronicled through their witty, uninhibited email exchanges. The energy of New York City fuels their adventures, turning everyday spaces into backdrops for fantasy and flirtation. With Steven as a frequent participant, they chase a summer of exploration and excess, even as they remain firmly anchored in their demanding careers.
Leyse leans fully into the epistolary format, crafting two distinct, larger-than-life voices that drive the novel’s energy, even when the episodes verge on excess. The stylized, often over-the-top prose mirrors the characters’ performative sensibilities, emphasizing voice over plot and creating an intimate, immersive rhythm. At its core, the novel examines the intersection of professional discipline and personal freedom. Angie and Ella’s ability to excel in high-pressure legal roles while pursuing provocative adventures reveals the fluid boundary between conformity and individuality.
A cheeky exploration of friendship, desire, and modern ambition.
Shattercolors Press
Pub date September 15, 2025
ISBN 979-8998509315
Print length 326 pages
Price $16.95 (USD) Paperback, $4.99 Kindle edition