Jacob's Room

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The narrative follows Jacob Flanders, tracing his life from childhood in Cornwall after his father's death to his university years at Cambridge. Through the lens of his experiences, the story explores themes of loss, identity, and the passage of time. As Jacob matures, the impact of his upbringing and relationships unfolds, culminating in a poignant scene where his mother and a friend confront the aftermath of his untimely death while clearing out his London apartment.