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The story follows Jessie Sullivan, a middle-aged woman who returns to her childhood home on Egret Island to care for her mentally unstable mother, Nelle. During her stay, Jessie embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting her past and reevaluating her present life. She becomes romantically involved with Brother Thomas, a Benedictine monk preparing to take his final vows, leading her to question her marriage and personal desires. The narrative delves into themes of identity, love, spirituality, and the complexities of human relationships. box 27