You Are Here by David Nicholls

You Are Here (2024) by David Nicholls is a romantic novel that delves into midlife love and personal rediscovery. The story follows Marnie Walsh, a 38-year-old London copy editor, and Michael Bradshaw, a 42-year-old geography teacher from York. Both are navigating the aftermath of failed relationships and the isolation that followed the COVID-19 lockdowns. Their paths cross during a coast-to-coast walking trip across northern England, organized by a mutual friend.Initially mismatched, their shared journey leads to a deepening connection, blending humor, introspection, and the challenges of modern love.