What did you think about Dulci’s and Thirza’s relationship? Why do you think the rift between them remained unhealed for so many years?
They did not have a close relationship. Billy was certainly Dulci’s favorite of her two children. We realize in the end of the book why he was her favorite.
I’ll start off saying I wasn’t a fan of the characters. I think the rift remained because Dulci’s narcissistic attitude, Thirza’s enabling of her behavior and the fact that neither one of them could have a mature and open conversation with each other.
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I agree. Both Dulci and Thirza seem to be inept communicators. Sadly it’s a fault too many families harbor.
I agree With Mary and Patricia.
Dulci angrily accused Thirza of not watching Billy when he disappeared. Even though Dulci was speaking from anger and fear, the emotional arrow was flung. Added to this was the threat Dulci received from then an anonymous sender. The depth of despair added to their dysfunctional relationship.
Then again, mom and daughter not only slept with the same guy but each gave birth to two of his children. The author didn’t characterize him as a scoundrel, though.