Madeline Stevens
1 SeriesMadeline Stevens, an American author, holds an MFA from Columbia University. Her work has appeared in numerous literary magazines. In addition to writing, she serves as a consulting editor and teaches creative writing to both adults and children.
In "Devotion" by Madeline Stevens, Ella, a struggling young woman, is hired as a nanny by the affluent Upper East Side couple, Lonnie and James. At 26, Ella enters their privileged world, caring for their baby in their luxurious brownstone and joining them on lavish trips. As Ella becomes immersed in their lives, she forms a complex bond with Lonnie, who, despite being the same age, possesses artistic talent, a loving family, and inherited wealth. The stark contrast between their lives leads to an intense and unsettling relationship, challenging Ella's sense of self and her place in their world.
