Chapters 22 through 24 Summary and Analysis

In Chapter 22, things at home improved. Paula began having her friends over again and planned a sleepover. Jodie began to have a few normal reactions to events. She even tried to make Cathy and the kids laugh - which indicated she had a connection to them. Jill was unable to find anyone to take Jodie for a weekend so the family could have a break. Cathy and Jodie visited Abbey Green. She insisted on wearing her new school uniform for the visit. Adam West, the headmaster, took them on a tour of the school. Jodie was hiding behind Cathy's skirt most of the time. Cathy liked what she saw and felt that the school would cater to Jodie's needs.

They met Caroline Smith, Jodie's teacher, and Mrs. Rice who would be Jodie's helper. The children were separated at different...