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Gus Harte, mother of Chris—a high school scholar-athlete accused of murdering his girlfriend—reflects on the stark contrast between the freedom of choice in a grocery store and the rigid routines of the Grafton County Correctional Facility where her son is held. As she considers buying Clementines, Chris’s favorite fruit, she questions whether they’d even be allowed in the prison, imagining guards inspecting them with the same vigilance she once used to check his Halloween candy. The vibrant…-
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The chapter opens with a vivid scene at a high school swim meet in April 1996, where Chris, a talented swimmer, breaks a school record in the 100-meter butterfly. Emily, his longtime girlfriend, watches proudly from the bleachers, relishing their public connection. Their relationship is deeply rooted in friendship and family ties, spanning nearly three years, which sets them apart from typical teenage romances. However, the chapter hints at underlying tensions, particularly around societal expectations and…
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The chapter opens with Chris adjusting to life in a maximum-security jail cell, a cramped, dimly lit space with minimal comforts. He observes the rigid hierarchy and unwritten rules of incarceration, realizing his placement depends on his behavior inside rather than his charges. Hoping to avoid conflict, Chris resolves to stay silent for a week to secure a transfer to medium security, where conditions might be less harsh. His isolation is interrupted when two inmates, Hector and Damon, confront him,…
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The chapter opens with Chris Harte, a terrified teenager, handcuffed in the back of a police car. Despite the heat, he shivers uncontrollably, overwhelmed by fear and disbelief at his arrest. He clings to the hope that his father and lawyer, Jordan McAfee, will resolve the situation, but the reality of his predicament sinks in as he is processed at the Bainbridge police station. Chris undergoes booking procedures, including fingerprinting and a mugshot, before being placed in a holding cell, where he…
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The chapter opens with Melanie deeply affected by Emily's death, fixating on mundane objects as if seeing them for the first time. Her obsessive attention to detail reflects her fear of losing memories of the ordinary, now imbued with newfound significance. A moment of distraction occurs when she drops a trash bag to examine a snowflake, symbolizing her fragile emotional state. The intrusion of a phone call asking for Emily underscores her grief, leaving her silent and disconnected from reality.…
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The chapter opens with Chris and Emily traveling to Sugarloaf for a skiing trip with Emily's family. The two engage in a playful yet competitive Tetris match on their Game Boys, bantering and teasing each other until their argument escalates. Chris, frustrated by Emily's perceived cheating, eventually sulks but tries to reconcile by offering another game. The dynamic between them highlights their close but contentious friendship, with Chris secretly vowing to outshine her on the slopes. Meanwhile, Emily's…
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The chapter opens with prosecutor J. Barrett Delaney, who goes by "Barrie," reflecting on her discomfort with her given name, Sue, and her career choice. She meets her childhood friend, detective Anne-Marie Marrone, to review the case of Emily Gold’s death. Barrie examines the autopsy report and police statements, questioning whether Chris Harte, the suspect, acted with premeditation. Anne-Marie reveals Chris’s claim of a botched double suicide, but Barrie remains skeptical, emphasizing the need for…
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The chapter opens with Chris and Emily, two mischievous children, making prank phone calls from Emily's bedroom in 1989. Their playful banter and daring escalate as they call strangers with absurd questions, like asking if "Mr. Longwanger" truly has a long wanger, and impersonating school staff to trick Chris's mother. Their laughter and camaraderie highlight their close friendship, but their antics soon backfire when Chris's mother, Gus, cancels an important appointment to respond to the fake school call.…
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The chapter opens with Gus experiencing a vivid nightmare in which she is carjacked while driving with her children, Chris and the baby. Forced to choose between saving one child or both, she rescues the baby but watches helplessly as Chris is driven away. The dream leaves her shaken, and her husband, James, dismisses her fears, insisting their small town of Bainbridge is safe. Gus, however, remains unsettled, questioning the fragility of safety and comfort, especially as she checks on Chris, who sleeps…
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The chapter opens in fall 1979, introducing Melanie and her husband, Michael, as they settle into their new home in Bainbridge. Melanie receives a welcoming gift of banana bread from their neighbors, Gus and James, sparking curiosity about their identities. When Melanie calls to thank them, she assumes Gus is male, only to discover Gus is a pregnant woman with a vibrant personality. Their first encounter leaves Melanie stunned, as Gus bursts in like a "hurricane," defying expectations and setting the tone…
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