Summary

Chapter 21: Clara—Ellis Island, September 1911

Back in their room, Clara and Dolly caught up about Clara's evening with Dr. Randall. Dolly admitted that she had told their friends that Clara had lost someone in the fire. Clara and Dolly discussed Andrew Gwynn, and Dolly urged Clara to return the pattern book and letter to him. Since the women were switching rotations, Dolly said she would give Andrew the belongings. Dolly was concerned that Clara was attracted to Andrew, but Clara denied it and also denied having feelings for Ethan.

The next morning, Clara went to say goodbye to Andrew, who was alarmed and worried about Clara leaving him. Clara took a walk outside on the grounds and reflected on how beautiful Manhattan looked. When she got back to the residence, she saw that she had a letter from her father...