1. Internal Conflicts:
* Jenna's identity crisis: Jenna struggles with her identity and sense of purpose, feeling like she's living the same year over and over. The repeating year makes her question her choices and how they impact her future.
* Leo's fear of change: Leo is content with the repetition, fearful of the uncertainties that come with change. He enjoys the safety and predictability of the loop, making it difficult for him to embrace the possibility of a different future.
* The Birthday Girl's fear of the unknown: The Birthday Girl is scared of what lies beyond the loop. She fears the unknown and the possibility of losing the comfort and familiarity of the repeating year.
2. External Conflicts:
* The Loop itself: The repeating year presents a major obstacle for Jenna, Leo, and the Birthday Girl. They must find a way to break free from the loop and move on to a new future.
* The Birthday Girl's manipulation: The Birthday Girl uses her power over the loop to control the lives of others, creating conflict and tension.
* Jenna and Leo's differing views on the loop: Jenna wants to escape the loop, while Leo is content with its repetition. This creates friction between them as they try to navigate their individual desires and the challenges of the situation.
* Jenna's relationship with her mother: Jenna's mother's dismissive attitude towards her anxieties and the loop adds another layer of conflict.
3. Philosophical Conflict:
* The nature of time and free will: The novel explores the concept of time, free will, and the impact of repeating events on human life. It challenges the idea of destiny and raises questions about the choices we make and their consequences.
These conflicts weave together to create a compelling narrative, forcing the characters to confront their fears, desires, and the complexities of life, love, and the choices we make.