Like a House on Fire ending explained
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What happens at the end?
Dara returns home to reconnect with her husband and her young daughter, whom she left two years earlier. When she arrives, she discovers that a woman who is seven months pregnant has taken her place and that her daughter no longer recognizes her.
Why it matters
The ending resolves the main conflict and sets up the emotional takeaway of the story. As the index grows, this block can be auto-generated with more detailed scene-level commentary.
FAQ
Does this page contain spoilers?
Yes. The explanation summarizes major ending events and interpretation.
Where can I find similar endings and themes?
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