Summary

Part One: Unaccommodated Men, 1984, continued -

In Chapter 6, Moose talks about university and education with Freya for what seems the thousandth time. Freya accuses her father of trying to make her into the person he wants her to be. Moose knows that Freya is a better person than he is, and wants her to live up to her potential. While overseeing hotel preparations, the 45-year-old Moose feels tremendous pain in his chest and collapses.

Part Two: The Flight of a Dive, 1979 – 1984 -

The novel steps back in time.

In Chapter 1, Dan comes to assume the name Roy Walsh at Dawson’s request. Dan’s early operations involve partnering with Colum Allen, an anxious man. Using paint and fire, the two interrupt a police raid on Catholic homes.

In Chapter 2, Dan reflects on the fates of his brothers. Bobby, deaf...