A 24-year-old struggling Jewish writer in NYC who meets Arielle, a married French model. They begin a secret affair governed by a 5-to-7 p.m. rule. Brian proposes marriage, but Arielle ultimately chooses her family. He later writes and publishes a novel titled The Mermaid, marries Kiva, and has a son. Years later, he reunites with Arielle, who secretly wears his old ring.
Professional connection where Jane facilitates Brian's career advancement.
Central romantic partners engaged in a forbidden extramarital affair.
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