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Wish You Were Here:
In Wish You Were Here, bestselling author Jodi Picoult delivers a gripping and emotionally resonant novel set against the backdrop of a global pandemic. The story follows Diana O’Toole, a young art specialist on the brink of her dream career and a planned romantic getaway with her surgeon boyfriend. But when the pandemic upends their plans, Diana finds herself stranded alone on the Galápagos Islands—a…-
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Stage One: Transition — Ruth 2
The chapter opens with Ruth waking up in her own bed after being released from jail, savoring the mundane comforts of home—the familiar crack in the ceiling, the pullout couch’s discomfort, and the sounds of garbage trucks. She reflects on her gratitude for these ordinary moments as she prepares coffee and checks on her son, Edison, who is still asleep. Ruth reminisces about watching Edison sleep as a child, marveling at the miracle of his existence and the bond they share. This quiet morning contrasts…-
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Wait
Wait is a reflective, emotionally intimate novella that centers around a woman navigating an uncertain waiting period — literal and metaphorical — in her life. Told through sharp, lyrical prose, the story explores themes of time, longing, womanhood, and the body, set against the backdrop of quiet domestic moments and internal conflict. The narrator moves through a phase of suspended animation — waiting for…-
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Stage Two: Pushing — Kennedy 2
Kennedy McQuarrie successfully argues for the dismissal of the murder charge against Ruth Jefferson in Judge Thunder’s courtroom. She emphasizes the lack of evidence proving Ruth’s willful or reckless conduct, countering Odette’s weak argument about Ruth’s past comment as insufficient proof of malice. The judge agrees, dismissing the murder charge and granting Kennedy’s motion for acquittal on that count. Elated by this legal victory, Kennedy envisions career advancement and shares the good news…-
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Stage One: Active Labor — Ruth 1
The chapter opens with Ruth, a nurse, recounting the birth of a severely deformed baby boy whose facial abnormalities were undetected during prenatal care. Despite his shocking appearance, the newborn was otherwise healthy, leaving the medical team and parents unprepared. The mother, though devastated, immediately bonded with her son, naming him Ian Michael Barnes, while the father initially recoiled in horror and denial. Ruth emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the child's humanity, even in his…-
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Never Let Me Go
In Never Let Me Go, Kazuo Ishiguro weaves a haunting and introspective tale set in an alternate-reality 1990s England, where Kathy H., a carer, reflects on her childhood at Hailsham, an idyllic yet unsettling boarding school. As Kathy reunites with her former classmates Ruth and Tommy, she confronts the dark truth about their existence: they are clones, created solely to provide organ donations for “normal”…-
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The chapter opens with Kennedy returning home after her first meeting with Ruth, greeted by the comforting aroma of homemade pizza and her daughter Violet's enthusiastic welcome. A lighthearted moment ensues as Violet presents a creatively shaped pizza resembling a dinosaur with an "oregano rash," followed by her unintentionally humorous remark about "reptile dysfunction," revealing her exposure to adult-themed commercials. Kennedy's suspicion is piqued, leading her to discover that her mother had been…
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Lord of the Flies
ord of the Flies is a classic allegorical novel that explores the dark side of human nature. When a group of British schoolboys become stranded on a deserted island, they attempt to govern themselves—only for their efforts to spiral into chaos and savagery. Through this gripping tale, Golding examines the fragility of civilization, the lure of power, and the primal instincts that lie beneath…-
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Stage Two: Pushing — Ruth 3
Ruth returns home to find her son Edison missing, consumed by worry as she reflects on her own emotions during the trial. She grapples with guilt over her anger toward the racist father and the hospital, questioning whether her feelings compromised her professionalism. Her confrontation with Kennedy lingers in her mind, leaving her both exhilarated and unsettled. When her sister Adisa arrives, Ruth confides her fears about Edison’s future, fearing her actions may have irrevocably damaged his path…-
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Stage One: Active Labor — Turk 1
The chapter opens with Turk Bauer recounting a traumatic childhood event: the death of his older brother Tanner in a car accident caused by a Black man. The courtroom scene reveals Turk's visceral racism, as he fixates on the defendant's skin color and describes his mother's outburst when the trial ends in a hung jury. This formative experience sets the stage for Turk's entrenched prejudices, which are further shaped by his family's disintegration after the tragedy—his father leaves, his mother turns to…-
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