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Compelling opening.

Wow! Wild start.

It's interesting that Bel seems to have an antagonistic relationship with the missing (possibly dead) mother she never knew.

"For several years, drinking was like this: a task she undertook when required to. She did not drink when off duty, when there was nothing social on her program."

(After Peter tells her, "'The thing is, Alice . . . you're boring at parties. A drink or two will help you be more fun.'")