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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 16 focuses on Teal's emotional struggle as she navigates the bustling town of Mossdale, feeling overwhelmed by the attention and affection from its residents. Despite the warmth and friendliness of the townsfolk, Teal longs for solitude to process her complicated feelings toward Branthor, who has refused to sign their marriage contract. The contrast between the cheerful faces around her and the confusion in her heart heightens her sense of rejection and uncertainty. She wrestles with the…
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      Chapter 16

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 15

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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter unfolds during Lila's bachelorette party, set in a luxurious spa that begins with a “water journey,” a term that Marla finds off-putting. As the group navigates the spa's quietude, they share playful banter about nudity, relationships, and the relevance of social media, spurred by Phoebe’s lighthearted comments on healing and sexting. The women engage in different pools, each seeking their individual paths of relaxation, revealing snippets of their intertwined lives. Lila grapples with…
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      Chapter 14

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 13

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 12

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 11

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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 10

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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by testsuphomeAdmin 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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      by testsuphomeAdmin Arranged Monster Mates takes us on a reflective journey with the protagonist, who considers how much his life has changed since he married Teal. Six months after their wedding, he experiences a profound sense of fulfillment and happiness that was previously foreign to him. Before meeting Teal, he often looked at his brothers with their families, admiring the connections they shared but doubting his own capacity to commit to such a life. However, since meeting Teal, he has learned the true meaning of…
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