In an intimate portrayal of American life during the 1980s, 'Good Faith' reveals a tapestry of human desire, ambition, and ethical dilemmas through the eyes of Joe Stratford. Amidst a small-town atmosphere charged with the era's spirit of change, Joe, a well-respected local businessman who embodies trust and traditional values, finds himself entangled in an ambitious investment scheme with Marcus Burns, a former IRS official driven by his understanding of which rules can be bent. This complex alliance becomes a journey of new friendships, murky ventures, and astonishing personal developments, including Joe's tumultuous romance with the daughter of his mentor. Authored with Jane Smiley's characteristic wit and insight, 'Good Faith' crafts a suspenseful narrative that delves into the shifting American Dream, questioning what's worth grasping for in a landscape transformed by greed and aspiration.