Summary Marcus is thinking about the havoc and destruction he caused at Megan’s wedding, proud of himself that he knew Will would react so predictably. Yet for the first time, Marcus has a nagging sense that something was not quite right. He realizes that his hold over Will is not […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 27 – MarcusSummary and Analysis Chapter 26 – Ronnie
Summary Ronnie goes in search of Blaze. Blaze admits that she knows Ronnie was not hitting on Marcus and that she put the merchandise in Ronnie’s bag out of anger, but she is unwilling to do anything about it. Blaze’s mother kicked her out of the house, so Marcus is […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 26 – RonnieSummary and Analysis Chapter 25 – Steve
Summary Thinking about his composition, Steve realizes that for the first time he is trusting himself rather than trying to recreate some of the past masters. He uses this as an analogy for the way he lived his life, attempting to emulate others rather than trusting himself. Steve has an […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 25 – SteveSummary and Analysis Chapter 24 – Ronnie
Summary Ronnie discovers that her dad has been taking naps and going over to the church to play the new piano. Jonah and Steve are planning to camp out and protect the eggs. Ronnie makes Jonah dinner and then heads down the beach toward the church. Ronnie finds her father […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 24 – RonnieSummary and Analysis Chapter 23 – Will
Summary Summer is passing too quickly for Will. He is happy with the development of his relationship with Ronnie, recognizing that their differences strengthen their relationship. Although she did not want him in court, Ronnie appreciates that he shows up with flowers afterwards. Her next court date is scheduled for […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 23 – WillSummary and Analysis Chapter 22 – Marcus
Summary Marcus claims that he is done with Ronnie and that he only wants to party. Teddy and Lance have the booze, and Marcus has picked a rental house for his once-a-summer party. Marcus thinks about his fascination with fire — at age 12 he torched a barn, then a […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 22 – MarcusSummary and Analysis Chapter 21 – Ronnie
Summary This chapter takes place the next day with Ronnie becoming more comfortable at Will’s house. They spend the day at the pool, diving, laughing, and having fun. Will forces Ronnie from the board into the pool, and then they share a kiss. Ronnie sees Susan watching them and notices […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 21 – RonnieSummary and Analysis Chapter 20 – Will
Summary As they walk along the beach, Will reflects on the changes in the area since he was a boy, and thoughts of marriage enter his mind. Although he knows he is too young right now for such things, he thinks about how Ronnie might be the one he wants […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 20 – WillSummary and Analysis Chapter 19 – Ronnie
Summary Ronnie is overwhelmed at the sight of Will’s house and feels out of place, declining a tour. As Will prepares to change, he introduces Ronnie to his mother, Susan. Although Ronnie senses tension and displeasure from Susan, Will does not seem to notice. When Will is changing, Susan mentions […]
Read more Summary and Analysis Chapter 19 – RonnieSummary and Analysis Chapter 18 – Will
Summary Will is at a volleyball scrimmage and Scott is accusing him of not focusing. Scott teases Will about Ronnie, and Will gets frustrated with him. Scott warns Will against getting serious with Ronnie. Soon, though, Ronnie shows up and invites Will to an informal family dinner. He insists on […]
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