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The chapter opens with Kennedy, the protagonist, falling ill with the stomach flu on her sixth wedding anniversary, humorously blaming her husband Micah for transmitting it. Despite her determination to work, her physical condition forces her to stay in bed, where Micah cares for her with ginger ale and lighthearted banter. Their playful dynamic is evident as Kennedy reluctantly admits defeat and agrees to rest, though she still insists on having her briefcase nearby. This domestic scene underscores their…-
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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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The chapter opens with Kennedy reflecting on the dichotomy of public defenders: idealists who believe they can change the system and realists who recognize its overwhelming flaws. She describes the grueling reality of the job, where victories are small and personal, like reuniting a rehabilitated mother with her child or winning a motion to suppress evidence. The work is Sisyphean, with endless caseloads, poor pay, and little recognition. To cope, Kennedy and her colleagues draw strict boundaries between…
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The chapter opens with Kennedy arriving at her office, where her colleague Ed Gourakis is complaining about the new hire, Howard. Ed, a privileged yet perpetually dissatisfied public defender, makes snide remarks suggesting Howard was hired to meet diversity quotas rather than merit. Kennedy deflects Ed's negativity with sarcasm and refuses to engage further, focusing instead on her work. The tension escalates when Howard, a young Black man in a bow tie and hipster glasses, reveals he overheard Ed's…
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Stage One: Early Labor — Ruth
The chapter opens with Ruth recalling a pivotal childhood moment at the opulent brownstone where her mother, Lou, worked as a domestic servant for the affluent Hallowell family. The house, with its intimidating gargoyles and iconic NBC chime doorbell, symbolizes the stark divide between her family’s modest life and the Hallowells' privilege. Ruth’s mother, unwavering in her dedication, braves a snowstorm to work, dragging Ruth and her sister along because they’re too young to stay home alone. The…-
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Stage One: Early Labor — Ruth
The chapter opens with Ruth recalling a pivotal childhood moment at the opulent brownstone where her mother worked as a housekeeper for the Hallowell family. The imposing home, with its gargoyle-adorned entrance and iconic NBC chime doorbell, symbolizes the stark contrast between her family’s modest life and the wealth of her mother’s employers. Ruth’s mother, Lou, is portrayed as fiercely dedicated, braving a snowstorm to work while caring for Ruth and her sister, Rachel. The narrative highlights…-
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Stage One: Active Labor — Turk 2
The chapter opens with Turk standing in the nursery meant for his deceased son, consumed by rage and grief. He describes an overwhelming urge to destroy the room, symbolizing his pain. His father-in-law, Francis Mitchum, interrupts this moment, helping him dismantle the nursery by removing curtains and repainting the walls. Turk disassembles the crib he once carefully built, reflecting on how his son's death had no reason, leaving him grappling with helplessness and anger. The physical act of destruction…-
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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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Stage One: Active Labor — Ruth 3
The chapter opens with Ruth, a nurse, reflecting on the cyclical nature of her work, where each day brings new births and new stories. However, her routine is disrupted when she receives a call from Carla Luongo, the hospital’s risk management liaison, requesting a meeting. Ruth’s internal tension is palpable as she agrees, masking her anxiety with professionalism. The narrative shifts to her home, where her son Edison observes how her tone changes when speaking to white people, hinting at the…-
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Stage One: Active Labor — Ruth 2
The chapter opens with Ruth, an experienced labor and delivery nurse, reflecting on her career and recalling only one instance where a patient temporarily dismissed her—a situation resolved when Ruth brought pain medication. The narrative shifts to a current conflict involving Turk Bauer, a racist patient who displays a Confederate flag tattoo and objects to Ruth, an African American woman, caring for his newborn. Ruth’s colleague, Corinne, tries to lighten the mood with humor, but Ruth is unsettled by…-
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