Chapter 58

Summary

• Evelyn is characterized as deeply human and emotional, as seen in her crying.
• The author expresses difficulty with remaining objective given his feelings for Evelyn.
• Evelyn is being admired for the courage it takes to tell her own story with such honesty.
• Evelyn deflects, responding that she is aware of who she is, and implies that the author will soon know too.
• The author questions if Evelyn believes she is beyond redemption, but she won't engage with the question.
• Evelyn reminds the author that he agreed not to press her and promises him that all his questions will be addressed soon.
• The author remains skeptical, but Evelyn assures him that she can be trusted on this matter.