Wanted: A Husband. A Novel

Darcy Cole is stuck in a spiral of self‑doubt, her days a series of weary climbs—both literal and emotional. After a frustrating ascent up a cramped stairwell, she bursts into the apartment of Gloria Greene, a celebrated actress whose calm presence seems to promise the reassurance Darcy craves. Their tense exchange quickly reveals a clash between Darcy’s raw frustration and Gloria’s composed, almost philosophical outlook on life’s inevitable lows.

Through witty dialogue and vivid inner monologue, the story paints a portrait of two very different women confronting the same question: what makes any effort worthwhile? As Darcy wrestles with feelings of neglect and yearning for validation, Gloria offers a glimpse of the generosity that has made her beloved by audiences nationwide. Listeners are invited to follow Darcy’s journey of self‑discovery, wondering whether a single conversation can shift her perspective and spark the courage she’s been missing.