Dexter and Emma spend the night together following their graduation from University in 1988. They do not become lovers but instead they become friends and in subsequent years, their lives take them in different directions, but they keep in contact. The novel visits their lives on July 15 in successive years in each chapter.Loved the relationship between Dexter and Emma. I loved how when either of them were upset the other would find a way to comfort them. Would recommend this book to anyone!!