From the moment the fat man appears unexpectedly in her bathroom, the un-named writer feels compelled to create his story. Trapped in an unhappy relationship, she invents Stanley and falls in love with him.

When Stanley loses his job, he has to dig deep to find his talents. Two women friends suggest he starts an unlikely business.

This unusual and poignant story touches on the challenging issues of mental health, physical and emotional abuse, unemployment and male prostitution. But these elements are woven into the story seamlessly, and without creating an uncomfortable read.

A warm and sensitive portrayal of life, love and sensual experiences,

which will enthrall the reader to the end.