In 'Swing Time', Zadie Smith weaves an intricate tale of two London girls connected by their shared dream of dance, yet set apart by talent. Tracey possesses the gift of rhythm, while her friend bears ideas of freedom and belonging. As they navigate the complexities of their friendship, their lives diverge--Tracey's dance aspirations are met with the harsh realities of adult life, while her friend flies globally as an assistant to a pop star. Set against a backdrop moving from North West London to West Africa, Smith not only chronicles their personal journeys but delves deeper into themes of race, class, and the intricate dance of destiny. It is a story as much about the partners we choose in life as it is about the beat to which we choose to live it.