Summary

Chapter 10 is a flashback from 1985. Patty’s sister, Diane, showed up to talk to her. Patty was embarrassed because of what happened with Ben and his hair. Diane didn't seem to care. She told Patty that she had heard rumors about Ben being involved with younger students at school. Patty was shocked, and she told Diane that Ben didn't show any interest in girls. Diane seemed satisfied with that, but she thought they needed to get Ben back to talk to him. Patty didn't know whom to call to find Ben, since she had no idea who any of his friends were anymore.

Analysis

Diane has been briefly mentioned before, but she shows up for the first time in this chapter. Diane’s main purpose is to spread information to the rest of the characters. In this instance, she’s here to tell Patty...