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What are some of the challenges Sage faces growing up in New York with a single mother?
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Sage faces emotional turmoil from her mother's unsuccessful relationships, financial struggles growing up poor, and the departure of her mother to Spain when she turns 18.
What role does Carter play in Sage's life?
Carter is a wealthy guest at the resort who unintentionally goes on a date with Sage, leading to a complicated relationship marked by Sage's attempts to push him away.
What role does the theme of identity play in Sage's interactions with Carter?
Sage's concealment of her true identity causes complications in her relationship with Carter, ultimately leading her to confront her own values and honesty.
How is the conflict between Sage and Carter eventually resolved?
Carter sympathizes with Sage's situation after learning the truth and drops the charges against Zoe; they start fresh by finding new jobs.
What causes the conflict between Sage and Carter?
The conflict arises when Sage hides her true identity from Carter, compounded by Zoe’s arrest for attempting to sell the stolen necklace.
What incident occurs with Zoe that leads to tension between the sisters?
Zoe steals a valuable diamond ring from a guest at the resort where they work, which causes tension as Sage fears it will be traced back to them.
How does Sage's final chase at the airport conclude the story?
Sage rushes to the airport to confess her feelings for Carter before his flight, reaching him just in time and leading to a new chapter in their lives.
How do Sage and her sister Zoe's attitudes towards life differ?
Sage is practical and realistic, while Zoe holds romantic ideals and aspires to marry rich to escape their lifestyle.
How does the scuba diving incident change the relationship between Sage and Carter?
Carter panics during scuba diving and Sage saves him, leading to a deeper bond as they share vulnerabilities about missing their mothers.
How does Vanessa's return affect Sage's view on her relationships?
Vanessa offers promised money after her breakup with Carter, making Sage realize the importance of genuine connections over financial gains.
What motivates Zoe to engage in beauty techniques and aspire to marry rich?
Zoe desires to escape their poor lifestyle and sees marrying into wealth as a solution influenced by romantic ideals unlike Sage's practicality.
How does Sage's perception of her relationship with Carter evolve throughout the story?
Initially, Sage struggles to connect with Carter and attempts to distance herself, but she grows to reciprocate his feelings after seeing his genuine interest.
How does Sage's mother contribute to the emotional challenges faced by Sage and Zoe?
Their mother's frequent unsuccessful relationships and eventual move to Spain create instability, leaving Sage and Zoe to manage on their own.
In what ways does Carter demonstrate patience and understanding towards Sage?
Carter remains patient through Sage’s schemes to make him dislike her and shows genuine interest despite her pretense.
What does Sage decide when Vanessa offers her promised money after the relationship with Carter ends?
Sage declines Vanessa's offer, realizing the worth of genuine connections over money.
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