The central protagonist, a New Zealand writer whose life is marked by literary passion, multiple personal tragedies, and prolonged psychiatric hospitalization. She overcomes a schizophrenia diagnosis to become a celebrated author.
Their parent-child relationship remains significant through Janet's bereavement and return home.
Father is Janet's parent, and a letter informing Janet of his death prompts her to sail back to New Zealand.
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