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Dalva Study Guide & Plot Synopsis

This Study Guide consists of approximately 58 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Dalva.
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'Dalva' is the story of a woman's journey to find herself amidst the memories of her past and the history of her family. As heir to a fortune and to a family history filled with secrets, Dalva realizes she must give up her own secrets to find peace in her life and to be able to move on.

'Dalva' begins in Santa Monica, California where Dalva, a forty-five year old woman, lives alone. Her life has been a series of unusual relationships with men and a life lived mostly in the past. Her father died early and she was pregnant at fifteen by her half-brother whom she loved. Forced to give up the baby, she became close to her grandfather and uncle, only to have her grandfather also pass away. Left alone, and heir to her grandfather's massive estate, Dalva learns she is also heir...
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This section contains 449 words
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