# Friendship and Loyalty in Interim

> Theme guide for Interim by Dorothy M. Richardson.

Relationships with friends like Eve and the Baileys are marked by affection, obligation, and betrayal, as Miriam navigates the fine line between being a confidante and being used, and between loyalty to others and loyalty to herself.

## Where it surfaces

- [IV](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/interim_se/chapters/iv): Miriam's excitement and connection with Eve, and the supportive response from Mr. Hancock.

## Links

- HTML: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/interim_se/themes/friendship_and_loyalty
- Themes index: https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/interim_se/themes