... I was often, later on, to act out with Giaconda a circumspection I did not feel: her abundance made others reticent; her openness evoked discretion.
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In Shirley Hazzard's "The Bay of Noon," the protagonist reflects on their relationship with Giaconda, noting how her vibrant personality influences those around her. Despite feeling differently inside, the narrator finds themselves adopting a careful demeanor when interacting with Giaconda, who has a tendency to draw out restraint from others. This contrast highlights the complexity of social dynamics and the effect one person's openness can have on the behavior of others....
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