In 'The Interestings', Meg Wolitzer presents a panoramic view of friendship and ambition, stretching from adolescence into middle age. Beginning in the summer of 1974 at an arts camp, six teenagers form an inseparable bond. As they navigate the shifting landscapes of talent, class, and desire, their paths diverge dramatically, with some achieving remarkable success while others grapple with unfulfilled dreams. The novel probes the deep complexities of lasting friendships as it charts their trajectories through a rapidly transforming New York City and an evolving America. Jules Jacobson, once an aspiring actress, adjusts her aspirations, just as her friends encounter their own reckonings with the elusive nature of creativity and the harsh realities of life.