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Benji Geyer asked this question about The First Bad Man:
Can someone explain the epilogue to me? This isn't a spoiler but I'm marking it as one in case I get an answer
Ewan I read it as being ambiguous as to whether it was real or another of Cheryl's fantasies. Perhaps it is real, but on the other hand, it's basically an …moreI read it as being ambiguous as to whether it was real or another of Cheryl's fantasies. Perhaps it is real, but on the other hand, it's basically an updating of the fantasy Cheryl had earlier on, but with certain details updated. The presence of Clee suggests to me that it's wishful thinking that they've gotten back together, but I think the whole point is for you to consider whether it's real or imaginary.(less)
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The First Bad Man
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