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Snohomish, Washington State
Snohomish is Kate’s hometown and where she meets Tully. When Tully first moves to Snohomish, she refers to it as a “hick backwater” (24). The geographical isolation of Tully and Kate’s neighborhood makes the girls feel isolated themselves. Surrounded by forest, the two find joy in each other’s company and in the natural world.
Gran’s house, Magnolia Drive
Gran’s house on Magnolia drive is where Tully grows up. Raised by her grandparents, Tully grows attached to them and to the house. Tully mourns the loss of security the house brings her when Cloud comes to claim her. The house becomes a painful relic of memories for her after Gran’s death.
Tully and Kate’s apartment
Tully and Kate’s apartment, where they live as young adults, serves a structural purpose in the novel. The apartment helps illustrate the growing disconnect between...
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