Talking at Night

Rosie Winters ' life is irrevocably altered when she receives the devastating news of her twin brother Josh 's death. Standing in a hospital hallway, she is confronted with the harsh reality of loss, while her mother remains in denial. This tragedy marks the beginning of Rosie 's journey through grief, as she struggles to reconcile her academic ambitions with the emotional turmoil of losing her closest confidant. At a school bonfire, Rosie and Will White , two seemingly disparate individuals, find an unexpected connection. Will , burdened by his mother's abandonment, shares his secret with Ros

Theme 1: Tuesday Night's Unbearable News

This thread running through Talking at Night gives the story its emotional weight. Claire Daverley weaves it into the narrative with skill, ensuring that the reader feels the stakes as deeply as the characters do.

Theme 2: Bonfire Sparks Unexpected Connection

This thread running through Talking at Night gives the story its emotional weight. Claire Daverley weaves it into the narrative with skill, ensuring that the reader feels the stakes as deeply as the characters do.

Theme 3: Secrets Shared Under Starry Skies

This thread running through Talking at Night gives the story its emotional weight. Claire Daverley weaves it into the narrative with skill, ensuring that the reader feels the stakes as deeply as the characters do.

What Readers Say About Talking at Night

Talking at Night has resonated with readers for its emotional honesty and vivid storytelling. Many describe finishing it in a single sitting — drawn forward by Claire Daverley's prose and an almost desperate need to know how it ends.

A Passage Worth Sitting With

"Tuesday Night's Unbearable News" — Claire Daverley, Talking at Night

About the Author

Claire Daverley is the author of Talking at Night. Known for emotionally resonant storytelling, their work has found devoted readers across the globe.