Passing
How does Clare's presence affect/disrupt Irene's life? *please include quotes if possible*
While reading the book, I noticed that Irene admired Clare (almost in a romantic/sexual way), but her disapproval of Clare's lifestyle blinded her. She sees Clare as cowardly, promiscuous, and childish. When Clare came back into her life, Irene there was so much tension in her life (almost as if Irene wanted Clare gone). Please explain ways in which Clare disrupted Irene's life.