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The Valley

This location is a symbol of hope. Throughout the novel, Blandine spends time here whenever she is feeling restless or lonely.

James's House

This location is a symbol of power. When Tiffany first visits here, she starts to second guess her impressions of James and what he expects from their relationship. It is thus a representation of their wealth, class, and status, and in turn, of James's power over Tiffany.

Vacca Vale

This location is a symbol of community. Although many of the characters have fraught relationships with the Indiana town, this place unites all of them.

Falcon Cam

This object is a symbol of need. While watching this object, Joan gradually realizes what it is she is seeing: a group of teenage birds waiting for their parents to feed them.

Confessional

This object is a symbol of longing. When Moses first enters this object, he...

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