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Why did Elio feel regret and remorse after sleeping with Oliver? He wanted him away and he didn't want to see him. Of course that changes but I was curious as if that was because he loved Oliver and then he realised that the sex was not what he just wanted
Marc His reaction is normal, for any boy after the first try, whether with a girl or a boy. On top of that, there was fear and stigma in the way of doing i…moreHis reaction is normal, for any boy after the first try, whether with a girl or a boy. On top of that, there was fear and stigma in the way of doing it with a guy in the first place, and when they'd done it, that cloud was still there, now combined with how it physically hurt a lot. So, Elio's reaction made a lot of sense to me and is another aspect of the book that sets it apart, making it special, how it isn't not just a formula love story.(less)
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Call Me by Your Name
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