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1. Describe Lillian's present circumstances as explained in Chapter One.

As the novel begins, Lillian’s circumstances are poor. She lives in her mother's attic and works as a cashier in two different stores.

2. What does Madison's latest letter contain, as explained in Chapter One?

Madison’s latest letter contains fifty dollars and a request that Lillian travel to Madison’s home in Franklin, Tennessee. Madison says that she has a job opportunity for Lillian.

3. Where did Lillian meet Madison? What happened there?

Lillian met Madison at Iron Mountain Girls Preparatory School, a school for wealthy girls. Lillian attended the school thanks to a scholarship. When Madison was caught with drugs, her father paid Lillian’s mother so that Lillian would take the blame. As a result, Lillian was expelled.

4. Who is Madison's husband? How did they meet?

Madison’s husband is Senator Jasper Roberts. She met him when she worked on his reelection campaign. She helped him navigate a personal scandal, and the two grew close. Eventually they fell in love and married.

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