Discuss the significance of Leonora’s many nicknames in the story. She is known as Nora, Lee, Leo, and even her novels are published under the name L.N. Shaw. What does each name mean to Nora? What do all these names say about Nora as a character?

Why is the character Melanie included in the story? What function does she serve?

Why was Tom accepted as part of the hen do, which is traditionally a gathering of female friends? Is it just because he is gay, or are there other reasons?