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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator embarking on a drive through familiar Los Angeles areas, initially feeling mundane but gradually becoming aware of the weight of solitary travel. They distract themselves with music and snacks, hesitating to start an audiobook too soon. The isolation prompts introspection, and an unexpected call from their father interrupts the monotony. Their father, using a loaner phone, launches into an eccentric monologue about his "new soul"—a metaphysical concept where his…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist lying motionless in a hotel bed, savoring the rare absence of responsibility. Freed from the daily demands of parenting—making meals,催促孩子穿鞋刷牙—she embraces the weightlessness of solitude. Her reverie is interrupted by a housekeeper named Helen, who informs her she’s overdue for checkout. Unfazed, the protagonist opts to pay for another day, declining housekeeping services. This scene underscores her deliberate withdrawal from routine and her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The protagonist finds herself in a beautifully renovated motel room, yet she feels trapped in a state of emotional limbo. Despite the comfort of her surroundings, she struggles with a sense of displacement, neither at home nor fully present in her new location. She questions her purpose there, wondering if she should channel her energy into work, but feels uninspired and isolated. Her only sustenance is trail mix, and her communication with Harris, who expresses relief at her safe arrival, underscores her…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter delves into the protagonist's emotional turmoil and strained relationship with her partner, Harris. She struggles to conceal her inner chaos, particularly her unresolved feelings for someone named Davey, while maintaining a facade of normalcy. Harris senses her distress, mistaking it for post-travel fatigue, but the protagonist deflects with a lie about menopause to avoid confrontation. This deception temporarily garners sympathy, creating a fragile moment of connection, though the underlying…
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      Chapter 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator reflecting on mundane appointments like dental visits and oil changes, contrasting them with her current state of preoccupation with sexual desire. In a gynecologist's waiting room, she observes two other women: a pregnant woman absorbed in her magazine and an elderly woman scrolling on her phone. The narrator muses on the stark differences in their life stages, imagining the older woman's body with a mix of curiosity and pity, while envying the pregnant woman's sense of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator's vivid fantasy of recording a seductive dance for Davey, intending to reveal more of herself than he’s seen before. She imagines the dance as a direct, uncomplicated invitation, bypassing moral hesitations. The act is framed as urgent, driven by a darkly humorous acknowledgment of her mortality—she wants to experience sex with him before facing the mundane reality of living for decades afterward. This sets the tone for her desperate, almost obsessive pursuit of…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the narrator grappling with Harris's decision to work with Caro and the London Symphony Orchestra, leaving her alone with their child, Sam. She feels a mix of guilt and self-loathing, criticizing her own "disgusting, vain, profoundly selfish" inner life. While she manages to maintain a structured routine with Sam, she struggles to create a genuine family atmosphere, feeling it's all an act. Harris's absence highlights her emotional turmoil, though Sam's small encouragements during…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist reflecting on her physical progress during a workout session with her trainer, Brett, and fellow gym-goer, Scarlett. She notes her increased strength, from lifting heavier weights to carrying groceries with ease, and observes subtle changes in her body. A moment of self-awareness strikes as she stands naked before a mirror with her partner, Sam, who remarks that she appears "taller," symbolizing her growing confidence and transformation. Later, the protagonist plans…
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      Chapter 18

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist returning home to find her family unchanged, except for a pizza box in the fridge. Her child, Sam, excitedly shares details of a sleepover, while her husband, Harris, inquires about her day. The protagonist reflects on her recent sexual encounter, framing it as a necessary escape rather than a romantic pursuit. She feels no guilt, instead embracing the experience as a lifeline. The domestic scene contrasts sharply with her internal turmoil, hinting at the growing…
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      Chapter 19

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with a strained domestic scene between the narrator and her husband, Harris, as they go through the motions of their routine with cold politeness. Their once-familiar interactions now feel hollow, and Harris announces he will spend one night a week in his office, mirroring the narrator’s own behavior. The tension between them is palpable, particularly when Harris notices her new belt, hinting at unspoken conflicts. Their conversation about scheduling feels more like a negotiation…
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