Fallout by Sadie Jones is a novel set in London in the 70’s. Jones captures the feeling of London’s theater scene at the time, focusing on four young people in their 20’s as they come together as actors, writers, producers, and stage managers, falling in and out of love and friendship.

I loved Luke, the main character, but had such a hard time liking or believing in Nina, his love interest, at times the novel seemed contrived to me. However, Jones’ characters are well developed and she draws us into their inner landscape as they navigate their way through the creative process and their own struggles with love and loyalty.

Probably not one I’ll remember long, however, I couldn’t put it down until I was done reading the whole thing. Jones is, without a doubt, a talented writer.