Support retry configuration

**Problem**
When working with hooks, the error messages could be more descriptive.

**Suggestion**
Improve error handling and add detailed error messages.

**Context**
This would help with debugging and maintenance.

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the hook error-handling and retry paths, then clarify the retry configuration, the detailed messages required, and how completion will be verified.

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