Dionysos in Tears

The story explores the complexities of marriage and desire through John Lion Deveron's growing attraction to April McCreagh, a captivating secretary at his newspaper. As their summer of shared luncheons unfolds, it reveals the tension between his comfortable but childless marriage to Cynthia and the allure of a new connection. The disapproval of his wife adds further strain, hinting at the emotional turmoil that arises when fantasy clashes with reality.