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Chapter 1
In the first chapter, Phoebe Stone arrives at the Cornwall Inn, an elegant hotel perched on a cliff overlooking the ocean. The hotel evokes a sense of nostalgia and excitement for her as she steps out of the cab dressed in a striking emerald silk dress, the only item she truly cherishes following her recent divorce. Leaving behind her old life in St. Louis, including her husband and all her belongings, Phoebe feels both liberated and lost amidst the ongoing lockdowns. Recalling her mundane existence…-
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Chapter 5
After the bride departs, Phoebe finds herself overwhelmed by loneliness. The room, previously filled with voices, now amplifies her own thoughts about her troubled family and the unconventional relationships she witnesses. Struggling with her identity and worth, she grapples with self-hatred, contemplating the looming specter of her existence within a body she feels disconnected from. Seeking an escape, Phoebe pours herself another drink and opens a bottle of tuna-flavored painkillers, aware she is…-
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Chapter 4
Phoebe sits on a king-sized canopy bed, struggling to relax with the impending thought of her death. While the wedding reception below begins, she feels overwhelmed by trivial concerns, like the blood staining a bride's dress, which disrupts her idea of a peaceful closure. To drown out the noise, she attempts to use an old Discman but ends up frustrated by the scratched CD. She steps out onto the balcony, lights a cigarette, and attempts to find solace in smoking, though she finds herself coughing…-
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Chapter 8
In Chapter 8, Phoebe is abruptly awakened at noon by a loud knock on her door, where Lila enters, eager to show off a hat she’s contemplating for an upcoming sailing trip. Lila's presence prompts Phoebe to reflect on the bride's lack of curiosity for others, especially regarding Phoebe's own struggles. She finds it inconceivable that someone could enter a room of someone feeling suicidal without inquiring about their well-being. As they discuss the hat, Lila reveals her insecurities about what her…-
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Chapter 3
In Chapter 3, Phoebe grapples with the weight of her impending death while reflecting on her life’s disappointments. Surrounded by reminders of a past filled with rules and worries, she gives in to a sense of freedom, pouring herself a glass of German chocolate wine and contemplating her regrets, notably the fact that she has never seen the ocean. Despite her acknowledgment of this personal failure, she is further plagued by the recent divorce from Matt, who opted for separation via Zoom during the…-
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Chapter 6
In Chapter 6, Phoebe wakes up in a hotel room, surrounded by familiar scents that lead her to affirm her existence. It’s early morning, the party atmosphere has subsided, and she grapples with feelings of grief and shame that often accompany her at this hour. Acknowledging her painful thoughts, she resists the urge to fall into despair—especially after her recent suicide attempt. Determined to take action, Phoebe thinks of small tasks to ground herself, declaring she can brush her teeth or hydrate.…-
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Chapter 7
In Chapter 7, the story continues to unfold the developing relationship between Phoebe and Matt as they navigate the pressures of graduate school and their dissertations. Initially, Phoebe and Matt, both dedicated to completing their dissertations, remain silent near each other for two months in the graduate computer lab. This tense focus is disrupted when the power goes out, leaving them in an unexpected moment of shared concern. Phoebe realizes she may have lost her work, prompting Matt to reassure her…-
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Chapter 10
In Chapter 10, the characters find themselves on a narrow sailboat. The captain cautions them not to lean too far back to avoid tipping over, leading to some light-hearted banter, particularly with Marla, who questions the captain’s joking. Meanwhile, Lila remains composed, chatting comfortably and seeking drinks called "Vacations in a Cup." This prompts a humorous debate regarding the proper way to pluralize the drinks, demonstrating the tensions and friendships within the group. Marla, having a legal…-
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Chapter 11
In Chapter 11, we return to a hotel setting where Pauline, dressed in navy linen, greets wedding guests cheerfully despite the exhaustion from addressing complaints. Lila expresses dissatisfaction with her mattress, reflecting deeper emotional turmoil linked to an unsettling funeral experience during their sailing trip. The interaction reveals Lila's habit of displacing her dissatisfaction onto trivial matters, displaying her determination to engage the ever-helpful Pauline in solving these "problems." As…-
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Chapter 9
In Chapter 9, Phoebe is introduced to Lila's wedding party, characterized by a peculiar camaraderie resembling a cult. Lila introduces Phoebe to her friends, notably High Bun, whose name doesn't quite fit her current long fishtail braid, and Neck Pillow, who sports a diamond necklace. The group shares quirky introductions, with humor reflecting their unique backgrounds, especially Marla, the groom's sister, and Juice, the groom's daughter, who prefers her unusual nickname. As the conversation unfolds,…-
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