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Chapters 20-33Chapter Summaries & Analyses
Content Warning: This section of the guide includes discussion of sexual violence, rape, physical abuse, emotional abuse, death, graphic violence, and animal cruelty.
Chapter 20 Summary: “Lydia”
Lydia avoids Delphine’s suggestion to visit the vital records office by revealing she has a job with the Colettos. Delphine has been especially nice to Lydia, and Lydia feels a bit guilty for giving her nothing in return.
Later, Merritt takes Lydia to dessert at Coletto’s by the Sea, calling it “sea bats” (for CBTS). As they talk, Lydia realizes the Colettos are struggling financially. Luca appears, surprised to see them together. Lydia announces he has hired her as an assistant manager, shocking Merritt. Luca lies, claiming he was waiting for the right time to tell her. After Lydia leaves, she sees Merritt heading to Luca’s office to confront him.
Chapter 21 Summary: “Merritt”
Merritt storms into Luca’s office, confronting him for hiring Lydia without her knowledge. He claims he was following her suggestion to help Lydia move on. When Merritt questions the expense, Luca admits they cannot afford a new employee. As their argument escalates, Merritt has a Braxton-Hicks contraction, and Luca’s demeanor shifts to concern. He helps her calm down before she drives home, but she is convinced she is losing her husband.
