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The Wedding People
The Wedding People-
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2 delves into the emotional turmoil experienced by Phoebe and her husband, Matt, following the heartbreak of a failed pregnancy. The couple embarks on a search for a vacation destination, hoping to find solace and a break from the pain that has marked their fertility struggles. In their quest for healing, Phoebe comes across the Cornwall Inn, a Victorian hotel offering amenities such as hot tubs, yoga, and paddleboarding. Her excitement leads to the creation of a detailed spreadsheet outlining the…-
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1 introduces Phoebe Stone, who arrives at the Cornwall Inn, an elegant hotel perched high on a cliff, overlooking the expansive ocean. The scene is painted with nostalgia and an overwhelming sense of both excitement and uncertainty. As she steps out of the cab wearing a striking emerald silk dress—the only possession she truly values after her recent divorce—Phoebe finds herself at a crossroads. She leaves behind her old life in St. Louis, including her marriage and possessions, entering an…-
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Epigraph
Epigraph, at the start of the passage, immediately sets the emotional tone of the character's internal struggle. The character’s desperate outburst, "It was awful, he cried, awful, awful!" is a stark cry of anguish, highlighting the depth of their despair. The repetition of the word "awful" not only intensifies the emotional weight of the moment but also emphasizes the overwhelming nature of the pain being experienced. Despite this raw expression of suffering, the passage moves toward a subtle but…-
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Chapter 5
Chapter 5 opens with Phoebe, consumed by a deep sense of isolation, as the last remnants of a wedding celebration echo in the empty room. The space, which was once filled with voices and the hum of happy conversations, now amplifies only the harsh sound of her own thoughts. Her family, with all its complexities and emotional baggage, looms in her mind, offering no comfort but only a reminder of the tangled web of relationships that she struggles to understand. In this silence, Phoebe is confronted with the…-
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Chapter 4
Chapter 4 delves into Phoebe's internal turmoil as she lies on a king-sized canopy bed, grappling with the weight of her impending death. While the wedding reception buzzes below her, she is consumed by unsettling, trivial concerns—like the thought of a bride’s dress stained with blood, which shatters her vision of peaceful closure. Seeking an escape, Phoebe tries to use her old Discman, only to be frustrated by the scratched CD that prevents her from finding solace in music. Stepping out onto the…-
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3 begins with Phoebe grappling with the weight of her mortality, haunted by the regrets and disappointments of her life. Surrounded by the remnants of a past filled with restrictions and concerns, she embraces a moment of rebellion, pouring herself a glass of German chocolate wine as she reflects on what she’s missed—particularly her long-held dream of seeing the ocean. Despite acknowledging this unfulfilled wish, she is burdened by the recent separation from her husband, Matt, who chose to end…-
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Chapter 8
Chapter 8 begins with Phoebe being abruptly awakened at noon by a loud knock on her door. Lila, eager to show off a hat she’s considering for an upcoming sailing trip, walks into the room, sparking Phoebe’s reflection on Lila’s apparent lack of curiosity about others. Despite the gravity of her own feelings of despair, Phoebe finds it hard to comprehend how Lila could enter her space without asking how she’s truly doing, particularly when she’s struggling with thoughts of suicide. This moment…-
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Chapter 7
Chapter 7 delves deeper into the developing relationship between Phoebe and Matt as they face the pressures of graduate school, especially the stress of completing their dissertations. For two months, they sit together in the graduate computer lab, both silently absorbed in their respective work. Their focus is suddenly interrupted when the power goes out, plunging the lab into darkness. This unexpected event brings them closer, as Phoebe becomes worried about potentially losing her work. Matt’s calm…-
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Chapter 6
Chapter 6 begins with Phoebe awakening in a hotel room, surrounded by the familiar scents that affirm her sense of being. The morning after a chaotic party, she is left to confront her feelings of grief and shame that have become part of her daily routine. Despite the weight of these emotions, she resists the pull of despair, especially after the emotional turmoil of her recent suicide attempt. She recognizes the need to reclaim control over her thoughts and actions, even if just by small, everyday tasks…-
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