In the first narrative Irina leaves Lawrence and moves in with Ramsey leading to a fiery marriage as she accompanies him on the professional snooker tour and neglects her own career . In the other she remains with Lawrence though increasingly feels that their relationship is going nowhere . The two narratives intersect periodically as both personal and international events ( such as the death of Diana , Princess of Wales and the September 11 attacks ) intervene and the final chapter is indeed shared by both narratives . .
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
The Post-Birthday World