What to read, watch, and listen to if you lovedThe One Woman
Laura May · Book · 2022
If you loved The One Woman, start with Imagine Me & You (Ol Parker, 2006) — a film on the same thread. Below: 4 films, 4 series and 2 podcasts, each matched to The One Woman across media.
If The One Woman captivated you with its exploration of forbidden desires and the tension of questioning one's established life, these stories will resonate.
Films on the same thread
Imagine Me & You
Ol Parker · Film · 2006
Shares 2 threads with The One Woman: Forbidden Love, Lesbian Romance.
Like the protagonist in The One Woman, Rachel experiences a sudden, undeniable spark that forces her to reevaluate her current relationship and the identity she has carefully constructed for herself.
Portrait of a Lady on Fire
Film · 2019
Shares a thread with The One Woman: Forbidden Love.
Much like the transformative encounter in The One Woman, this film captures the intense, forbidden longing that emerges when two people are drawn together in an atmosphere of artistic discovery.
Laura
Otto Preminger · Film · 1944
Shares a thread with The One Woman: Identity.
If you were drawn to the complex layers of identity in The One Woman, you will appreciate this classic tale of obsession and the blurred lines between reality and projection.
Materialists
Celine Song · Film · 2025
Shares a thread with The One Woman: Love Triangle.
This story mirrors the emotional stakes found in The One Woman, specifically the struggle of navigating a love triangle while caught between the comfort of the past and new desires.
Series on the same thread
The L Word
Ilene Chaiken · Series · 2004
Shares a thread with The One Woman: Identity.
Fans of the self-discovery arc in The One Woman will find a deeper exploration of queer identity and the messy, authentic realities of navigating romance within a supportive community.
Unchosen
Julie Gearey · Series · 2026
Explores: Forbidden Desire, Secrets and Lies, Escapism.
Just as the meeting in Barcelona disrupts the status quo in The One Woman, this narrative centers on a risky affair that forces a woman to confront hidden desires.
The Clone
Glória Perez · Series · 2001
Shares 2 threads with The One Woman: Forbidden Love, Love Triangle.
The central theme of forbidden love driving a crisis of identity makes this essential viewing for anyone who connected with the emotional trajectory of The One Woman.
Every Year After
Series · 2026
Shares a thread with The One Woman: contemporary romance.
Similar to the way Julie questions her mundane life in The One Woman, this narrative examines the weight of destiny and the longing for a soulmate across many years.
Podcasts on the same thread
The Truth About Amy
LiSTNR · Podcast
Explores: Domestic Violence, Wrongful Death, Police Investigation.
While different in format, the tension surrounding a woman trying to escape an unfulfilling or dangerous life echoes the underlying emotional urgency found throughout The One Woman.
Unravelling Amy
Podcast
Explores: fraud, deception, identity theft.
Those fascinated by the themes of manipulation and identity in The One Woman will be drawn to this deep dive into the life of a woman defined by deception.
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Common questions
Is The One Woman a standalone novel?
Yes, The One Woman by Laura May is a standalone book published in 2022. It follows the story of Julie, a graphic designer who experiences a life-changing spark after meeting a woman named Ann while her relationship with her boyfriend Mark remains stagnant.
What is the primary conflict in The One Woman?
The primary conflict in The One Woman centers on Julie, who feels her life and relationship with her boyfriend Mark are mundane. This changes when she meets Ann, a charismatic woman, and their paths cross again in Barcelona, making their connection impossible to ignore.
Who is the protagonist of The One Woman?
The protagonist of The One Woman is Julie, a graphic designer who manipulates imagery for a living. Her personal life becomes the focus of the narrative as she navigates her mundane relationship with Mark and an unexpected, intense spark with a woman named Ann.
Where does the climax of The One Woman take place?
The narrative of The One Woman shifts to Barcelona, where the lives of Julie and Ann entwine once again. This setting serves as the backdrop for the moment when the spark between the two characters becomes impossible for Julie to ignore.