Summary

Chapter 19 opens with Benny telling Eve about the situation with Jack and Nan. Eve is furious and unforgiving, but Benny clings to the idea that he still loves her. Eve insists that they go out immediately and tell their friends, which she thinks will make things easier for Benny in the long run. Everyone is shocked and assumes that Nan is pregnant. Jack and Nan tell their families. Although everyone is upset, plans begin for their marriage. Benny, Eve, and Nan's mother all wonder whether Simon could be the baby's father and where they could have gone to have sex, but none share their suspicious with anyone else.

Easter weekend arrives, and it is determined that the friends will proceed with their plans for a large party in Knockglen. Everyone is gathered at Eve's cottage, and the party is in full swing when...