Cinnamon Rolls

Throughout the novel, the author uses recurring references to cinnamon rolls to symbolize love. Cinnamon rolls are Hannah's favorite food. Therefore, whenever someone close to her takes her out for or buys her cinnamon rolls, they are displaying their affection for her. This is one of the ways in which Hannah is able to understand others' love and care for her.

Car Accident

The car accident symbolizes fate. Throughout the novel, Hannah feels desperate to create her own life for herself, and thus to orchestrate her own destiny. In the reality where Hannah is hit by the car, however, she realizes that she is not always in control of her fate.

Gabby

Gabby's character symbolizes home. Ever since Hannah's family moved to London, Hannah has been searching for a place to call home and a place to belong. It is not until after she moves...