Klara and the Sun - pages 279 to 307 (end)

Summary of pages 279 to 307 (end)

Josie's health continues to deteriorate, prompting a desperate Klara to revisit Mr. McBain's farm. There, she earnestly implores the sun to heal Josie, emphasising the profound connection shared between Josie and Rick. After an extended period of rain, the sun finally breaks through the clouds, and Josie miraculously starts to recover.


Time passes, and Josie prepares to embark on her university journey. While her bond with Rick has evolved into a more distant friendship, their affection for each other remains evident.


Following Josie's departure, Mr. Capaldi, the figure behind Josie's artificial intelligence augmentation, approaches Chrissy with a proposition to use Klara for scientific research. However, Chrissy vehemently rejects his offer, safeguarding Klara from further exploitation.


The novel concludes with Klara's gradual decline in a scrapyard. Immobilised but content, she basks in the sunlight, reminiscing about her cherished memories. During her final days, the former manager of the AF store visits Klara. In their conversation, Klara expresses her belief that she could never truly replace Josie, acknowledging the irreplaceable nature of human connection and identity.

Discussion questions for pages 279 to 307 (end)