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Why did Elio take Oliver to his spot?
He wanted to see if Oliver fits into his alone place so that he’ll be able to come back here to remember Oliver. He wanted to show Oliver a place that represented who he was—where he’s read the books that have shaped him and where he’s spent his afternoons. In other words, this is a test to determine the compatibility of their identities.
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Why did Elio use the word “worship” to tell Oliver how much he liked him?
He wanted to use a word that would startle Oliver. He wanted it to be intense enough to merit notice, which felt like the safest approach to him: like a slap in the face that he could follow with a caress. This...
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