The Good Luck of Right Now by Matthew Quick follows Bartholomew Neil, a man in his forties who is grappling with the recent death of his mother. After her passing, Bartholomew begins writing letters to Richard Gere, his favorite actor, in an attempt to cope with his grief and confusion. Through these letters, he opens up about his life, his struggles with social anxiety, and the unlikely friendships he forms with others dealing with their own emotional challenges. The novel is a heartfelt exploration of loneliness, healing, and the unexpected ways people find connection.