Willy Vlautin's novel The Night Always Comes is a third person narrative tracing protagonist Lynette's adventurous night through the streets of Portland, Oregon. After Lynette learns that her mother will no longer help her buy the house she wants, Lynette grows desperate. She spends nearly 24 hours attempting to recover all the money everyone owes her. The more her efforts are disappointed, the more risks Lynette is willing to take. The novel explores themes including, desperation, hope, and freedom.
