Plays Well with Others

Set in the vibrant 1980s Manhattan, the narrative follows Hartley Mims Jr., a Southerner navigating the artistic scene alongside friends like composer Robert Christian Gustafson and talented Angelina "Alabama" Byrnes. As they embrace creativity and camaraderie, their relationships are tested by tragedy, forcing them to confront their ambitions and each other. The story explores themes of friendship, competition, and resilience, highlighting how a chosen family can emerge in the face of adversity.