Summary

In Chapter 57, Freddie felt guilty for “the terrible things he’d said” to Nicola, but still wished she would apologize (258). In the kitchen, Freddie asked Tom about Asperger’s. Tom said Freddie had been diagnosed as a child, but he never wanted Freddie to be labeled. Per Freddie’s request, he agreed to talk to the school to get him “extra support” (261). Freddie was grateful. He told Tom about Nicola’s outburst. Tom was sympathetic.

In Chapter 58, Joey went to the hotel. While waiting for Tom, she wondered what she was doing, realizing “the ache inside her” was just an impulse (263).

In Chapter 59, Freddie picked up Romola for the dance.

In Chapter 60, Tom was tired but started kissing Joey. Although reluctant, she kissed him back. When he opened his shirt, she noticed “marks on his body” (266). He said the bite marks, scratches...