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Chapter 17: The Bullfrog
Chapter 17: The Bullfrog begins during a chaotic time for Ahavat Achim synagogue on Chicken Hill. The community is facing not only emotional strain from Chona’s critical illness but also unexpected complications with their mikvah. When a massive bullfrog is discovered splashing in the sacred bath, it startles the congregants and sparks fresh controversy—especially for Mr. Hudson, a vocal new member from Buffalo who insists on a more lavish, professionally built mikvah, even offering a generous donation…-
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Chapter 17: The Bullfrog
Chapter 17: The Bullfrog delves into the challenges faced by the Ahavat Achim congregation in Pottstown, especially in the wake of Chona's hospitalization. The temple, a historical structure built by Chona's father, begins to unravel with the arrival of new Hungarian members, one of whom, Mr. Hudson, discovers a giant bullfrog in the mikvah. Infuriated, he promises a significant donation for the construction of a new mikvah, demanding that it be twice the size of the original and made of Carrara marble.…-
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Chapter 17: Ruthie
Chapter 17: Ruthie begins with the serene passing of Joe on a Sunday morning, his final moments marked by peace and quietude. Surrounded by the love of his family, Joe’s departure, though heavy with sorrow, was filled with the warmth of those he held dear. Leah, struck by the profound sense of loss, clung to Joe’s hand, tears streaming down her face as she kissed his hand, mourning the brother she would never again share her life with. Mae and the narrator, well-versed in the hardships of life and…-
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Chapter 16: The Visit
Chapter 16: The Visit begins in a sterile hospital room in Reading, where Chona remains unconscious, her fragile state watched over by those closest to her. Though she cannot speak, her presence anchors Addie and Moshe, who trade brief but meaningful observations each morning. Addie insists she sees movement, slight signs of awareness, though doctors warn otherwise. Moshe, weary from his nighttime work at the theater and drained by grief, never questions her hope. His eyes remain locked on Chona’s face,…-
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Chapter 16: The Visit
Chapter 16: The Visit opens with Chona, comatose in a private hospital room, receiving special treatment arranged by a wealthy theater owner from Philadelphia. This arrangement creates a sense of discomfort among the hospital staff, who are unaccustomed to dealing with such high-profile patients. The presence of a diverse group of visitors, particularly wealthy Jews and several Black individuals, raises suspicion among the nurses, who aren’t used to this mix on their floor. For four days, Chona remains…-
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Chapter 16: Joe
In Chapter 16: Joe from The Berry Pickers, the protagonist, Joe, is nearing the end of his life, yet there is an undeniable tranquility in the way he approaches these final moments. Although his eyes remain closed and the world seems distant, the touch of his daughter Leah’s hand provides a grounding presence in his life. It is the last tangible connection to the world he has known, offering him comfort and a sense of peace. Surrounding him, his father and brother Charlie also offer silent support,…-
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Chapter 16 begins with the narrator reflecting on the emotional reunion with his wife, Helga, after many years of separation. As the couple ascends to the attic together, a mixture of joy and sorrow fills the air, as they both grapple with the weight of their shared history and the trials that have kept them apart for so long. They are not alone in this intimate moment; Father Keeley and Vice-Bundesführer Krapptauer are also present, observing the poignant reunion, further complicating the atmosphere. The…-
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Chapter 15: The Worm
Chapter 15: The Worm opens with Fioria Carissimi, a woman not easily swayed by rumors, finding herself caught in a swirl of conflicting stories. The gossip that circulates through her local church group paints an unsettling picture—a Jewish woman and a deaf Black child entangled in a mysterious incident at a local store. Some claim the Jews tried to protect the child; others insist they called the police on him. These contradictions leave Fioria uneasy. Though she usually avoids town drama, this story…-
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Chapter 15: The Worm
Chapter 15: The Worm begins with Mrs. Fioria Carissimi learning about a shocking incident involving a Jewish storekeeper and a deaf boy named Dodo from Vivana Agnello, the president of the Volunteer Women’s Association. Vivana had spread a rumor that the Jewish family had hidden Dodo in an attempt to extort money from the locals, yet paradoxically, they had still called the police on him. Fioria, however, remains largely indifferent to Vivana’s gossip, choosing to focus more on maintaining her…-
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Chapter 15: Ruthie
In Chapter 15: Ruthie, the narrative begins with Ruthie stepping into a small, musty room that seems to hold the echoes of both joy and sorrow. This room, filled with family memories, acts as a backdrop for Ruthie’s emotional turmoil as she faces her brother Joe’s terminal illness. Ruthie, unfamiliar with the reality of death and the emotional complexity of such an intimate relationship, enters with a sense of both dread and anticipation. She has never experienced anything like this before, especially…-
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