
Ayşegül Savaş Reads Tessa Hadley
The New Yorker: Fiction
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Navigating Adolescence
This chapter explores Jane's internal struggle as she balances the carefree essence of childhood with the weight of adult expectations. Through interactions with her sister and friends during a summer day, Jane grapples with feelings of inadequacy and burgeoning desire, particularly in her encounters with a captivating boy named Daniel. The narrative captures the complexities of youthful relationships, illustrating Jane's emotional journey amidst the backdrop of social dynamics and personal discovery.
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