Problematic Summer Romance

After a good night’s sleep, Maya checks on the wedding party, who all still feel terrible. Conor is the only other person in the dining room, which holds a spread of breads, fruit, and cheeses. Maya plans to spend the day sightseeing. Conor argues she can’t go alone because she doesn’t speak the language. Maya is annoyed that he’s treating her like a child, but instead of getting mad, she suggests he come with her if he’s so worried. Conor doesn’t immediately say no, so Maya says that they’ll have fun like they did in the past. She’s careful not to sound too hopeful. After a few minutes, Conor agrees to come along. Maya tries not to read too much into it, telling herself “if this is all I get with him, that’s enough” (110). Before they can leave, Avery arrives and asks if she can join them.

Chapter 13 flashes back to Scotland. Maya’s friend, who she’s sure knew about her ex-boyfriend cheating on her, comes by. The group expresses skepticism about Maya’s choice to see