Chapter 35 Summary

John drives to the Bayview Hotel. He arrives there after midnight and walks inside, where a desk clerk named Peter greets him. John tells Peter that he needs to see Mr. Rosenthal. Peter calls Rosenthal, who heads over. John asks Peter to show him how books are checked out of the library, and Peter takes him to the library and shows him the receipts for the loaned books. He explains that Rosenthal keeps the records for at least seven years. Peter explains that the guests usually don't have to show identification, but they simply sign their names and room numbers to the loan ticket. John asks Peter if anyone has come to the hotel since John's last visit, and Peter tells him no. Peter checks John into Room 203, and John waits for Rosenthal to show up.

Chapter 35 Analysis

John senses that he is...