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Patty Berglund

One of the novel's protagonists, this character was a star athlete in high school and college, until a devastating knee injury ends her basketball career. She marries shortly after graduating from college and is plagued by feelings for her husband's best friend.

Walter Berglund

One of the novel's protagonists, this character is known for his goodness and social activism. He marries his college sweetheart and is unaware of her love for his best friend. Later, he becomes involved in an unethical environmental project that leads to personal disaster.

Richard Katz

This musician is the best friend of the male protagonist and harbors feelings for his friend's wife. This character's career struggles for many years until he finally finds commercial success with an album inspired by his best friend's wife and his time at the lake house.

Jessica Berglund

The daughter of the protagonists, this character is sensible...

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