judith answers “Why was Rye such a jerk, especially...”

Ginger asked this question about The Women:

Why was Rye such a jerk, especially considering he was one of Finlay's best friends and he treats his sister like just a piece of ass?

judith Good question. I don't think Rye's war experiences had anything to do with it, that's who he was even when he seemed to care about Fin & Frankie. His …moreGood question. I don't think Rye's war experiences had anything to do with it, that's who he was even when he seemed to care about Fin & Frankie. His life in Nam was one big lie, & he lived only for the day, then continued that back in the states. Narcissist or sociopath, take your pick? (less)

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Cassandra Thurston Truly scary what narcissists and sociopaths are capable of. 😰
Dec 17, 2024 10:31PM

Nancy Steiner I can agree up to a point, but the author gave several examples to prove how much he loved Frankie, not the least of which was re-upping for another t ...more
Feb 24, 2025 10:26PM

judith I think he re-upped to keep stringing Frankie along for a while & postpone going home & facing reality. The only thing he proved is that's not love. ...more
Jul 23, 2025 02:46PM

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