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Chapter 9
In this chapter, Phoebe is introduced to a close-knit group of wedding guests linked to Lila, the bride. The group greets Phoebe warmly, revealing their unique personalities and backstories, such as High Bun’s transformation and Neck Pillow’s Catholic boarding school past. The interactions highlight the complex dynamics among the wedding party, especially through the characters of Marla, the groom’s sister, and Juice, the groom’s daughter, whose mature demeanor contrasts with her youth. Phoebe…-
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Chapter 8
In Chapter 8, Phoebe awakens to a knock from Lila, the bride, who seems preoccupied with trivial concerns like a hat’s style, highlighting her lack of curiosity and emotional depth. Phoebe reflects on this contrast with her own sensitivity, recalling how even her therapist’s humanity disrupts the usual clinical detachment she expects. The chapter explores Phoebe’s internal world, marked by a profound secret experience from the previous night that she feels reluctant to share, yet which promises to…-
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Chapter 7
In Chapter 7, Phoebe and Matt, two graduate students in a philosophy department, initially share a silent companionship as they focus intensely on completing their dissertations before their sixth year ends. Their routine is abruptly interrupted by a power outage, which forces them to interact. Matt’s calm assurance in the face of lost work offers Phoebe a new sense of comfort, sparking the beginning of a connection between them. This moment marks a shift from isolated academic labor to shared human…-
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Chapter 6
Phoebe awakens in the quiet aftermath of a wedding party, grappling with the heavy weight of her grief and the persistent restlessness that haunts her at three a.m.—the so-called "grief hour." Struggling against the dark thoughts that once led her to a suicide attempt, she resists the urge to dwell on painful memories or to seek solace in social media, which only deepens her despair. Instead, Phoebe chooses to focus on small, manageable actions that affirm her will to live, rejecting the cycle of…-
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Chapter 5
In Chapter 5, Phoebe experiences a profound sense of loneliness after the bride's departure, a stark contrast to the distractions she once found in the lives of those around her. The absence of familiar characters leaves her confronting the harsh reality of her own existence and the limitations imposed by her nonviable body. This moment of solitude triggers a return of dark thoughts, as she wrestles with memories and questions about her relationships and past decisions, particularly regarding her father…-
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Chapter 4
In Chapter 4, Phoebe grapples with the tension between her impending death and the mundane details that continue to occupy her mind. Despite her efforts to relax on a luxurious bed, she remains restless, haunted by trivial anxieties like a bloodstained dress and the sounds of a wedding reception taking place just below her. Attempting to drown out the noise with music, she finds only frustration when her old Discman’s scratched CD skips. Seeking solace, she steps onto the balcony to smoke a cigarette, an…-
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Chapter 3
In Chapter 3, Phoebe grapples with profound despair as she contemplates ending her life, reflecting on the trivial worries that once consumed her. The golden tassel lamps and luxurious surroundings contrast sharply with her internal turmoil, highlighting her disconnection from the world. Despite the imminence of her decision, she clings to small desires, such as savoring a last decadent meal and witnessing the ocean, a place she has never visited but always found meaningful. Her thoughts reveal a deep…-
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Chapter 24
The chapter opens with Marla firmly situated in the conservatory, determined not to leave until she sees Gary. Despite the tension surrounding the absent groom, Marla insists on indulging in the wedding brunch, sparking a lighthearted debate about the propriety of eating the food when the wedding itself is in question. As others gradually join, including family members and friends, they share anecdotes about Gary’s past—highlighting his mischievous youth and the impact of a childhood fire caused by his…-
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Chapter 23
Chapter 23 opens with a subdued atmosphere at the Cornwall hotel following the abrupt cancellation of a wedding. The usual celebratory mood has vanished, replaced by an awkward silence and a sense of discomfort among the guests and staff alike. Pauline, the hotel employee, reflects this shift with a more solemn demeanor as she handles inquiries and logistical issues, such as the non-refund of spa fees and the reopening of amenities. Meanwhile, Phoebe observes her friends Nat and Suz quietly processing the…-
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Chapter 22
In Chapter 22, Phoebe takes a solitary drive to the Breakers in a champagne-stocked Mercedes, reflecting on the lives of the wealthy and their hidden desires. Her fascination with nineteenth-century novels about the rich frames her thoughts on what people truly need beyond material wealth. The chapter opens with Phoebe contemplating the emotional void a bride might feel, even amid a grand wedding setting, setting a tone of introspection and questioning the nature of happiness and fulfillment. Phoebe then…-
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