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In this novel, Tyler adopts a serious and thoughtful tone about religion.

Although it creates a religious context for the issue of control, the novel reiterates Tyler's continuing assertion that one can choose to be crushed by life's blows or move on and choose to remember the joys rather than the pain.

Ian cannot handle the task of dealing with his part in Danny's suicide alone, and he senses that religion may provide some relief. But religion is not an easily accepted solution. Ian acknowledges the embarrassment he once felt at religious phrases, and his family is clearly uncomfortable with his newfound faith. Nevertheless, the power of the church to save Ian from despair is clear. He needs not only God's help but also the pragmatic aid that the Church of the Second Chance provides, particularly help with the children while he is at work and...
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