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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 Two: Pushing — Turk 1
The chapter opens with Turk, a grieving father, reflecting on his emotional state as he prepares for a court appearance related to his son's death. He compares his hollowed-out feeling to a Native American canoe being burned and scraped raw, emphasizing his exhaustion and emptiness. Despite anticipating this day with vengeful energy, he now feels unexpectedly drained, as if arriving at a deserted battlefield. His wife, Brit, appears dressed conservatively as advised by the prosecutor, while Turk defiantly…-
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Small Great Things
Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult (2016) is a gripping novel that explores racism, privilege, and justice in modern America. The story follows Ruth Jefferson, an experienced Black labor and delivery nurse, who is forbidden from caring for a newborn after the white supremacist parents request “no African American staff.” When the baby goes into cardiac arrest and Ruth hesitates to intervene, she is charged…-
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Stage Three: Afterbirth — Turk
The chapter opens with Turk, a former white supremacist, in a clinic with his young daughter Carys, who is being treated for strep throat. He distracts her by making a balloon animal, showcasing his role as a caring father. Turk reflects on his current life, having taken his wife Deborah's last name to reinvent himself. He is now a stay-at-home dad and works with the Anti-Defamation League, speaking about his past hate-fueled actions and the consequences they had, including the suicide of his first wife,…-
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Stage One: Transition — Turk 1
The chapter opens with Turk Bauer, a grieving father, meeting his lawyer Roarke Matthews in a luxurious office to discuss a potential civil lawsuit. Turk, dressed in borrowed clothes, is out of place in the opulent setting but determined to seek justice for his loss. Matthews, impeccably dressed, expresses sympathy before explaining the complexities of suing Ruth Jefferson, the nurse Turk blames for his child's death. He cautions that a civil suit could backfire, making Turk appear opportunistic during the…-
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Stage Two: Pushing — Kennedy 1
The chapter opens with Kennedy, the protagonist, rushing through her morning routine after oversleeping on the day of a high-stakes trial. Her husband, Micah, prepares breakfast and offers lighthearted support, joking about her coffee mug as a symbol of "White Privilege." Despite her frantic state, Kennedy finds comfort in her family's encouragement, with Micah expressing pride in her work. The scene captures the tension and humor of a lawyer preparing for a pivotal case, underscored by Kennedy'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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Mad Honey
Mad Honey (2022) by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Finney Boylan is a multi-layered novel blending mystery, courtroom drama, and LGBTQ+ themes. The story follows Olivia McAfee, a beekeeper and single mother, whose son Asher stands accused of murdering his girlfriend, Lily Campanello. As the trial unfolds, secrets about Lily’s transgender identity and Asher’s volatile behavior emerge, forcing Olivia to confront her past—including her own escape…-
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Stage One: Transition — Ruth 1
The chapter opens with Ruth being shackled in chains, a moment that evokes the painful history of racial oppression as she reflects on her ancestors' suffering. Her humiliation is compounded by the presence of her son, whom she has always taught to rise above racial prejudice. The scene underscores her vulnerability as she endures degrading treatment, including public exposure in her nightgown and verbal abuse from Turk Bauer. Ruth's internal conflict is palpable as she lies to her lawyer about touching a…-
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