In Mercury, a new novel by Margot Livesey, Viv and her husband, Donald, live in suburban Boston where Viv manages the local stables. Their marriage is tested when she becomes obsessed with Mercury, a young thoroughbred horse who reignites her passion for competitive riding.
Event: Margot Livesey will be in conversation with Meg Wolitzer at Symphony Space (2537 Broadway at 95th St.) on Wednesday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m.