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David Nicholls

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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2023

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Part 5: “Autumn”

Part 5, Chapter 78 Summary: “The Post-Romantic Era”

As summer arrives, Marnie plants red geraniums in her window boxes and becomes more sociable, meeting up with friends. She goes on a date with another divorcee, but there’s no spark between them. In addition, she travels to Italy alone, visiting the graves of Keats and Shelley. When Anthony comes to stay with her in London, she asks about Michael, learning that he had a girlfriend but the relationship didn’t last.

Part 5, Chapter 79 Summary: “Boot-camp”

In May, Michael meets Tessa at a party. They date for a couple of months, engaging in outdoor activities and energetic sex, but don’t share a sense of humor. Michael misses Marnie and realizes that he’s in love with her. He’s relieved when Tessa ends their relationship.

Part 5, Chapter 80 Summary: “Serpentine”

“Day Ten: Hyde Park Circular”

Michael arranges an urban geography trip to London as an excuse to contact Marnie. She agrees to meet him for a walk. Marnie at first brushes off Michael’s apologies before angrily admitting that she’s in love with him. Michael confirms that he feels the same way.

Presenting his pebble to Marnie, Michael admits that he didn’t carry it to its destination. He suggests they return and complete the last two days of the walk together. She kisses him and agrees to think about it.

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