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The Sun is Also a Star Chapter 5: Irene: A History Summary

How It All Goes Down

  • Irene straight-up loves her job. It's her only chance to connect with the outside world. 
  • She studies each person's bin who comes through her checkpoint, forcing them to look up at her. 
  • She had a really bad night last night. 
  • She remembers that Natasha has been here every day this week, and thinks she can't be more than 17. 
  • Irene imagines smiling at Natasha, but she doesn't. She wants to find a reason to confiscate her phone, but she can't think of one.