Chapters 16-18 Summary and Analysis

In chapter 16, Nancy got a job as an exotic dancer. Several months later, Nancy announced that she was going to Jamaica to get over her drug addiction. This plan quickly ended, however, and instead Nancy asked to come home while she detoxed. The first night home, Nancy came into Deborah and Frank's bedroom begging for Valium. When they refused, Nancy became belligerent. A couple of days later, Nancy returned to New York and got involved in a methadone program. The methadone seemed like a miracle for Nancy, helping her kick the drug habit and somehow making her calmer too. Unfortunately, things were not as calm at home. David and Susan had a party while Deborah and Frank were out of town, allowing a boy to drive their car. The car was once again wrecked.

In chapter 17, Nancy was soon...