The Guy has two primary characters, Tall and The Guy. The deeper into an affair they go the more they find life is a messy tapestry of experiences. This poetic tale weaves together threads of the intricate and profound impact they have on each other. In the end, The Guy becomes a transformative force in Tall taking control of her life again. The enigmatic characters leave the reader feeling introspective and contemplative on the universal path to finding love.