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The New Yorker: The Writer's Voice - New Fiction from The New Yorker
Sheila Heti Reads “The St. Alwynn Girls at Sea”
Jan 19, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Sheila Heti, acclaimed author of eleven books including the award-winning "Pure Colour," reads her poignant story “The St. Alwynn Girls at Sea.” She explores Flora's journey through love and loneliness, using vivid imagery like rain and seagulls to symbolize deeper emotions. The narrative delves into the complexities of young love amid wartime, reflecting themes of vulnerability and identity. Heti's rich storytelling captures the struggles and joys of adolescence, making for a compelling listen.
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- Dani's enthusiasm for the talent show diminishes when she learns the boys' ship won't attend, reflecting her longing for connection.
- The contrasting perspectives of Dani, Lorraine, and Flora reveal the complexities of friendship, rivalry, and young love among the St. Alwyn girls.
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The story begins with a sense of sadness among the St. Alwyn girls aboard a ship as they prepare for a talent show. Dani, one of the main characters, walks from cabin to cabin distributing flyers for the show, only to discover that the boys' ship will not attend, diminishing her excitement. This absence casts a shadow over her enthusiasm, as the event loses its significance without the boys. Dani’s feelings for Sebastian, a boy from the other ship, add to her sense of longing and disappointment as she grapples with uncertainty regarding his affection.
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