Conversations With Friends Sally Rooney Classic Novel Book

Discover Conversations with Friends: 'Brilliant, funny and startling.' GUARDIAN by Sally Rooney — a compelling contemporary novel for readers who love sharp dialogue, intimate character studies, and literary fiction that sparks conversation. Perfect for book clubs, young-adult readers transitioning to adult fiction, or anyone seeking a thought-provoking paperback edition from a bestselling author.

This edition is Condition: BRAND NEW and comes in a handy Format: Paperback. The ISBN is 9780571333134, making it easy to add to your personal library, classroom reading list, or gift set for a loved one who enjoys modern literary fiction.

Conversations with Friends follows Frances, a twenty-one-year-old who watches the world with cool-headed observation. By day she studies and edits; by night she performs spoken-word poetry alongside her best friend Bobbi, who was once her girlfriend. When the pair are taken under the wing of Melissa — a well-known journalist — and her husband Nick, an actor, Frances and Bobbi are introduced to a world of beautiful houses, raucous dinner parties, and sun-soaked holidays in Provence. What begins as friendship gradually becomes entangled in a complex ménage-à-quatre, and when Frances and Nick grow unexpectedly close, Frances is forced to confront her own vulnerabilities for the first time.

Why this paperback edition stands out:

• Engaging character-driven storytelling: Rooney’s sharp, spare prose illuminates relationships, power dynamics, and emotional nuance — ideal for readers who appreciate contemporary fiction with psychological depth.
• Perfect for discussion: A natural choice for book clubs and classroom reading — the novel invites debate about love, identity, and modern intimacy.
• Portable paperback edition: The paperback format makes it easy to carry on commutes, holidays, or to pass between friends as part of a book collection or gift set.
• Easy to identify: ISBN 9780571333134 ensures you’re purchasing the correct edition for libraries and curated shelves.

About the author: Sally Rooney, born in the west of Ireland in 1991, has quickly become a defining voice in contemporary fiction. Her work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, Granta, and The London Review of Books. Rooney won the Sunday Times Young Writer of the Year Award in 2017 and is the author of Conversations with Friends. She is also associated with the Irish literary journal The Stinging Fly. This background and critical recognition make her books a trustworthy pick for readers seeking thoughtful, award-recognized writing.

Whether you’re buying a single paperback or assembling a boxed set for a fan of modern literary fiction, this edition of Conversations with Friends makes a meaningful gift. It’s ideal for bedtime reading, long train journeys, classroom discussions, or as part of a thoughtful book collection. Add this powerful, intimate novel to your shelf — a timeless contemporary story that resonates long after the last page.