Together

"Together" by Robert Herrick is a novel that opens with Isabelle's wedding to John, immediately examining the bride’s internal world as she steps into marriage. As Isabelle exchanges vows with John, her thoughts reveal that her identity, intimacy, and expectations surrounding her life are challenged when transitioning into married life. The story captures the emotional complexity of the occasion as her connection to John and her role in marriage shifts. This is highlighted by her reflections about the idea of fidelity and seeing her father say goodbye. The narrative balances between the solemnity of the wedding ceremony and the lively reception that follows, and Isabelle processes the weight of marriage and the expectations of others. With her internal conflict, the story introduces how love and personal desires evolve within the confines of societal norms and marital commitments.