One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies
Describe symbolism in One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies by Sonya Sones
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Colette's black jacket is a symbol of Colette and Ruby's new friendship. After Ruby gets sprayed by the school's sprinkler system, Colette gives her a jacket to wear to cover her see through t-shirt.
One of Those Hideous Books Where the Mother Dies