Book of November 2025

Intermezzo by Sally Rooney

Our Book of the Month pick is Intermezzo by Sally Rooney, the internationally acclaimed author of Normal People and Conversations with Friends. In this deeply emotional and beautifully written literary fiction novel, Rooney explores grief, love, and the complexities of family. After the death of their father, brothers Peter and Ivan Koubek find themselves on diverging paths. Peter, a Dublin lawyer, appears composed but wrestles with inner turmoil and conflicting relationships, while Ivan, a former chess prodigy, begins an unexpected and transformative romance with Margaret, an older woman who challenges his sense of purpose. Set against the evocative backdrop of contemporary Ireland, Intermezzo is a tender, thought-provoking story about connection, loss, and what it means to rebuild a life. Perfect for fans of modern character-driven novels and readers searching for the best new fiction of 2025.