Dear Sal

In Dear Sal, Jeremy Radin crafts a poignant exploration of loneliness and love through letters inspired by a classic play, revealing deep emotional truths.

Inspired by Lanford Wilson’s play Talley’s Folly, Jeremy Radin’s Dear Sal presents a poignant exploration of the themes of loneliness, longing, and love through a series of epistolary meditations. This collection delves into the complexities of the Jewish diaspora and the bewilderment that often accompanies the search for connection. Through Radin's reflective prose, readers are invited to witness the intimate struggles of a man who finds himself in romantic exile, grappling with his emotions and desires in a world that feels both familiar and alien.

At its core, Dear Sal revolves around the events following a passionate affair, where the protagonist returns to a deserted boathouse on his beloved's family property. This setting serves as a mystical backdrop for the unfolding narrative, allowing Radin to explore the intricacies of human relationships and the weight of unfulfilled love. The characters that populate this interior stage are eccentric and vivid, each contributing to the man's journey as he wrestles with his unremitting desire.

Radin's second collection is not just a reflection of personal experiences; it resonates with universal themes that touch on the nature of divinity and the quest for belonging. As the letters unfold, they reveal a rich tapestry of emotions and insights that will resonate with readers, inviting them to reflect on their own experiences of love and longing.