The Arc

Vogue presents a modern love story with an old-fashioned heart, introducing The Arc, a mysterious matchmaking service that pairs people based on emotional, psychological, and physiological assessments. Ursula Byrne, a 35-year-old successful woman, is underwhelmed by her dating app options and is paired with Rafael Banks, a 42-year-old lawyer. The relationship starts off electrically, but as it unfolds, the two begin to question The Arc's legitimacy, as the arc of a relationship is never predictable.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 10 February 2022
Publisher: Atlantic Books

A captivating and contemporary love tale with a timeless essence, Vogue presents "Meet Ursula." At the age of 35, Ursula Byrne boasts a remarkable blend of success, wit, intelligence, and single status. Having explored a multitude of dating apps, she finds herself somewhat unsatisfied with the options at her disposal. Enter The Arc, a enigmatic and highly sophisticated matchmaking service that operates on a intricate framework of emotional, psychological, and physiological assessments. With a steep price tag and an ambitious promise, The Arc offers a singular opportunity: a single match, which holds the potential for a long-lasting partnership. The question arises: Is this encounter with destiny or with data?

Ursula finds herself matched with Rafael Banks, a 42-year-old lawyer, and from the very beginning, there is an undeniable electric spark between them. It seems as though they have each been searching their entire adult lives for the love that will truly last. However, as their relationship unfolds in unexpected ways, doubts begin to creep into Ursula and Rafael's minds regarding the legitimacy of The Arc. After all, the arc of a relationship is a complex and unpredictable journey, even when it is meticulously optimized.

As their doubts persist, Ursula and Rafael embark on a journey of self-discovery, challenging the boundaries of their relationship and the rigid framework of The Arc. They delve into the depths of their emotions, exploring the intricacies of love, trust, and compatibility. Through their trials and tribulations, they come to realize that true love cannot be confined to algorithms or predefined parameters. It is a unique and unpredictable force that defies prediction and thrives on the authenticity of human connection.

In the end, Ursula and Rafael's story serves as a testament to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. It reminds us that while technology can provide valuable tools for finding companionship, it cannot replace the profound essence of a genuine and meaningful connection. Love, at its core, is a mysterious and unpredictable force that transcends the boundaries of time, space, and circumstance.

Weight: 602g
Dimension: 164 x 241 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838953775
Edition number: Main