Lucy Kirkwood

Hazel recounts to Rose the devastating aftermath of a nuclear disaster on her home and farm. She describes the overwhelming stench and mess, her initial despair, and the surprising decision she and her husband made to abandon their property. Hazel then reveals her husband's unexpected return to the farm, despite the continued danger.

Heavily pregnant Jenny is consumed by anxiety about her unborn baby and the birthing process, confiding in her sister Alice. Jenny expresses her fears about ultrasounds and the medical establishment, while Alice tries to reassure her and eventually recounts her own birth story to comfort her sister.

Hazel recounts to Robin her unsettling first encounter with Rose, focusing on Rose's uncanny familiarity with their home. The conversation reveals underlying tension and suspicion between Hazel and Robin regarding Rose's presence and intentions.

Two women, Hazel and Rose, discuss the aftermath of a nuclear disaster, specifically the lingering effects of radiation and their decision to stay in the affected area. Hazel expresses her discomfort with the unseen radiation, while Rose shares her own struggles with adjusting to the new reality and the pull of their former lives.