One Day

by David Sedaris · 2000

One Day follows the lives of Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhew, who meet on the night of their graduation on July 15, 1988. The narrative captures their evolving relationship through annual snapshots taken on the same date over the next two decades. As they navigate the complexities of adulthood, career struggles, and personal growth, their bond shifts between friendship and romance, illustrating the fragility of life and the enduring nature of their connection.