In "Loitering With Intent," the narrative follows the journey of Fleur Talbot, an aspiring young writer in post-World War II London, as she navigates the complexities of her personal and professional life. Fleur finds herself embroiled in the eccentric world of the Autobiographical Association, a group dedicated to penning their memoirs for posterity, led by the manipulative Sir Quentin. As Fleur works as Sir Quentin's secretary, she discovers that her own life and the novel she is writing are becoming strangely intertwined with the lives of the association's members. This witty and satirical novel explores themes of art, reality, and the blurred lines between them, all while showcasing the protagonist's determination to maintain her integrity and identity as a writer amidst chaos and manipulation.

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