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Chapter 8
Chapter 8 begins with Phoebe being abruptly awakened at noon by a loud knock on her door. Lila, eager to show off a hat she’s considering for an upcoming sailing trip, walks into the room, sparking Phoebe’s reflection on Lila’s apparent lack of curiosity about others. Despite the gravity of her own feelings of despair, Phoebe finds it hard to comprehend how Lila could enter her space without asking how she’s truly doing, particularly when she’s struggling with thoughts of suicide. This moment…-
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Chapter 7
Chapter 7 delves deeper into the developing relationship between Phoebe and Matt as they face the pressures of graduate school, especially the stress of completing their dissertations. For two months, they sit together in the graduate computer lab, both silently absorbed in their respective work. Their focus is suddenly interrupted when the power goes out, plunging the lab into darkness. This unexpected event brings them closer, as Phoebe becomes worried about potentially losing her work. Matt’s calm…-
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Chapter 6
Chapter 6 begins with Phoebe awakening in a hotel room, surrounded by the familiar scents that affirm her sense of being. The morning after a chaotic party, she is left to confront her feelings of grief and shame that have become part of her daily routine. Despite the weight of these emotions, she resists the pull of despair, especially after the emotional turmoil of her recent suicide attempt. She recognizes the need to reclaim control over her thoughts and actions, even if just by small, everyday tasks…-
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Chapter 11
Chapter 11 begins with Pauline, dressed in navy linen, greeting the wedding guests with a cheerful demeanor, though she is clearly fatigued from handling various complaints. Lila, expressing dissatisfaction with her mattress, hints at deeper emotional struggles tied to a recent funeral experience during their sailing trip. This behavior underscores Lila's tendency to direct her frustrations toward minor issues, relying on Pauline’s support to solve what seem to be trivial problems in comparison to the…-
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Chapter 10
Chapter 10 opens with the characters aboard a small sailboat, a setting that quickly becomes a canvas for playful exchanges and subtle tension. As they sail, the captain warns them not to lean too far back to prevent tipping the boat, sparking a wave of light-hearted banter among the group. Marla, ever the critic, jokingly challenges the captain’s instruction, making the moment feel more like an inside joke than a genuine concern. Meanwhile, Lila remains composed, chatting comfortably and requesting a…-
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Chapter 9
Chapter 9 begins with Phoebe joining Lila’s wedding party, which carries an eerie, almost cult-like sense of camaraderie. Lila introduces Phoebe to her friends, including High Bun, who despite her name now wears a long fishtail braid, and Neck Pillow, sporting an eye-catching diamond necklace. The introductions are quirky and lighthearted, with humor revealing the unique personalities of the group members, especially Marla, the groom’s sister, and Juice, the groom’s daughter, who prefers to be called…-
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Chapter 14
Chapter 14 opens with Phoebe returning an outfit borrowed from Lila’s mother, Patricia, before a bachelorette party. Patricia, surprised by the return, directs Phoebe to place the clothes near the raven sculptures that decorate her room. The presence of the ravens adds an eerie atmosphere, and Patricia half-jokingly suggests that they represent all that has been lost in her life. Although Patricia clearly desires privacy, Phoebe senses the loneliness in her presence and feels compelled to offer…-
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Chapter 13
Chapter 13 presents a poignant exploration of Phoebe’s internal struggles as she drives Juice, her husband’s child from his affair, through the quiet streets. Her thoughts are consumed with her feelings of inadequacy as a mother, particularly when compared to others. Phoebe recognizes that her emotional distance and less traditional approach to motherhood are often highlighted by people around her, which causes her to reflect on her own upbringing. Growing up with a father who wasn’t particularly…-
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Chapter 12
Chapter 12 begins with Phoebe waking up with an overwhelming urge to connect with the ocean, prompting her to head for a walk along the Cliff Walk. As she prepares, she spots Lila and Gary posing for photographs in the conservatory, dressed formally for the occasion, which seems unusual given the early hour. Although she briefly admires Lila’s beauty, her mind quickly drifts to Lila’s harsh judgments about fashion, reminding her of the superficial nature of their relationship. The tension in the air is…-
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Chapter 17
Chapter 17 delves into Phoebe's mounting anxiety as she struggles with Lila’s absence before the Blending of the Families event. She finds herself worried that Lila may harbor resentment, particularly after Phoebe had left Gas-X at her door without packaging. Despite these concerns, Phoebe reflects on the joy and love she has found with Gary, realizing that Lila encouraged her to embrace those emotions fully. However, when Phoebe sits down to write her maid of honor speech, she is filled with…-
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