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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

• Born: October 23, 1961 in Potsdan, NY
• Other books: Catalyst, Fever, Wintergirls etc.
• Known best for publishing children & young adult Fiction
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• Was awful in many school subjects but was best at writing.

Theme: Isolation
Quotes: "Don't expect to make a difference unless you speak up for yourself."
"When people don't express themselves, they die one piece at a time."

Main Characters
▪️Melinda Sordino- sophomore in Merry Weather HS. Raped during the summer.
▫️Andy Evans- raped Melinda.
▪️Ivy- friend of Melinda but stopped talking to her.
▫️Heather- new to Merry Weather and is best friends to Melinda.
▪️Rachel- best friend since since elementary but stopped talking since the party in summer.

Summary