The Perfect Summer (Hubbard's Point) - Plot & Excerpts
Bay tried to gather the kids close, help them get through every day. Tara helped her remember and plan things they had always loved—picnics in the shade, beach time, trips to Paradise Ice Cream. Bay went through the motions, doing the best she could—if she fell apart, the kids would be more terrified than they already were. Every morning, she and the two younger kids would go to the beach, lay down their blanket, dive into the water. Billy and Pegeen would race out to the raft, as if frantic activity could block reality. Annie wouldn't come to the beach at all; she wanted to sleep late, and then she'd get up and stay inside to read. Bay was consumed with worry for her, and tried to keep an eye on her without seeming to hover. Frank Allingham stopped by with casseroles made by his wife. Mark Boland had called twice, to see if Bay needed any help, and Alise called, too. They were trying to be friendly, but the sound of their voices cut her badly. Their efforts reminded her of what Sean had done.
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