Chapter 10 Summary and Analysis

Torey reads to Sheila after school. Even though the little girl is able to read most of the books herself, Torey wants the opportunity to give Sheila extra closeness and talk with her about some of the topics broached in the books. One of the books Torey reads is The Little Prince. Sheila becomes enthralled by the conversation the Little Prince has with the fox. After Torey reads that section twice, Sheila asks if Torey has tamed Sheila. Sheila says that now she's special to Torey just like the fox is special to the Little Prince. Sheila continues to be captivated by the story. She says that in some ways she has tamed Torey too. Sheila asks why Torey tamed her and Torey replies that she just wanted Sheila to be her special girl. Sheila asks if Torey loves her and...