One Day — David Nicholls

Description

Published in 2009, One Day by David Nicholls follows Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhew, who meet on July 15th, 1988—the night of their graduation. From that point forward, the novel revisits their lives on that same date each year for the next two decades.Through life’s triumphs and failures, changes in careers, relationships, and personal growth, Emma and Dexter remain deeply connected. Their story is funny, emotional, and achingly real, capturing the essence of love and timing in a modern age. Nicholls’s sharp dialogue, emotional depth, and unique storytelling structure make this a standout contemporary romance.The novel was adapted into a popular film in 2011 and a Netflix series in 2024.