Who is Sophie? Why is she rushing to English class at the beginning of the novel? What is her relationship with Carter as it is introduced in chapter 1? Why does Sophie not express her feelings for Carter at school? Why do Carter and Sophie flirt at school, but pretend they are not close friends? What does this say about Carter and Sophie as characters?

Why does Carter follow Sophie home from school, but not walk with her? What are Carter and Sophie trying to hide? For what reason? Why does Carter watch Sophie through the window of his kitchen? What does he see? What is Carter doing at the time? What is wrong with Carter's mother? Why?

Why does Sophie look forward to seeing Carter in the evenings? What do they do together? Define Sophie and Carter's relationship. What are Sophie and Carter's lives...