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André Alexis Reads “Consolation”

The New Yorker: The Writer's Voice - New Fiction from The New Yorker

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A Glimpse into the Complexity of Human Relationships

The chapter follows a young boy's observations during his father's visits to patients, highlighting his innocence and curiosity towards adult situations. It explores the themes of passion, betrayal, and the impact of infidelity on a family through the boy's reflections on his father's affair with Mrs. Waller.

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