The protagonist, a nightclub singer whose career stalls as her husband Ken's rises. She struggles with severe alcoholism, neglects her daughter, and causes a public scene. After relapsing and accidentally starting a fire while drunk, she rescues her child but suffers serious facial burns. Realizing she has hit rock bottom, she resolves to get sober and rebuild her life.
Angie perceives Martha as a romantic and social rival threatening her marriage.
Mike serves as Angie's professional agent and career facilitator.
Angie and Ken are married, sharing a child and early domestic life.
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