Portnoy's Complaint
Who is Lina from Portnoy's Complaint and what is their importance?
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The maternal, easy-going Lina is the prostitute with whom Alex and The Monkey have a three-person sexual encounter. Her presence in their relationship is the catalyst for the final argument that sends Alex and The Monkey into their breakup.