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Chapter 16
In the morning after a tumultuous night, Lila teases Phoebe for having cleaned the room, revealing her hangover from a wild celebration. While Lila appears disoriented, she talks about their plans and the surfing lesson awaiting them, though she shows little enthusiasm. Juice, Lila's companion, urges them to rush as they are already late, but Phoebe decides to stay back, feeling the need to give Lila some alone time amidst the wedding preparations. As Lila prepares for the day, she expresses doubts about…-
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Chapter 17
In Chapter 17, Phoebe finds herself anxious and uncertain about Lila's absence before the Blending of the Families, worried that Lila may be upset with her for various reasons, including leaving Gas-X at her door without packaging. Ultimately, she reflects on her own feelings of joy and love she experienced with Gary, acknowledging that Lila encouraged her to embrace this feeling. However, when it comes to writing her maid of honor speech, she struggles to articulate her thoughts, feeling as though she’s…-
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Chapter 12
In Chapter 12, Phoebe awakens with a strong desire to connect with the ocean and decides to take a walk along the Cliff Walk. As she prepares, she spots Lila and Gary posing for photographs in the conservatory, dressed formally, which strikes her as off-schedule considering the early hour. She admires Lila's beauty superficially but almost immediately recalls Lila's judgment about fashion. After a brief moment of awkwardness, Phoebe exits to the coast, where she delights in her solitude. As she walks,…-
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Chapter 13
In Chapter 13, Phoebe drives Juice, her husband’s child from his affair, taking a moment to reflect on her relationships and the complexities of motherhood. As Phoebe navigates through the drive, she relaxes into the speed while contemplating her own less-than-maternal demeanor—something often highlighted by others. Her upbringing, marked by a father who wasn’t affectionate, built her resistance to the overtly emotional displays typical of many mothers. Despite this, she appreciates children but…-
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Chapter 14
In Chapter 14, Phoebe returns an outfit borrowed from Lila’s mother, Patricia, just before a bachelorette party. Surprised to see the clothing back, Patricia directs Phoebe to place the items near the raven sculptures adorning her room. The atmosphere is heavy with ravens, which Patricia, in her half-joking remark, implies represents all that is dead and gone in her life. Despite Patricia’s attempts to make it clear she wants privacy, Phoebe feels an urge to offer companionship, sensing the loneliness…-
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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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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 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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