How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
Libby came in and squiggled into bed with me, saying "Hahahahaha!" for so long I had to get up. She's so nice, although a bit smelly. At least she likes me and doesn't mind if I have a sense of humor. (1.59)
Georgia's little sister, Libby, has some of the best moments in the book. While her parents drive Georgia nuts, Libby always seems to appeal to her softer side—she just can't hate on her baby sister, no matter how grown-up she thinks she's becoming.
Quote #2
Why couldn't I have a normal family like Julia and Ellen? They've got normal brothers and sisters. Their dads have beards and sheds. (1.81)
Georgia has concocted an idea of what makes a "normal family," but since she makes this observation after her parents have gone to work and Libby is at playschool, we're not really sure what she thinks is so odd about her own. They sound pretty "normal" to us.
Quote #3
God I hate parents! Me stupid?? They're so stupid. She wishes I was still Libby's age so she could dress me in ridiculous hats with ear flaps and ducks on it. (1.97)
Georgia feels like her parents won't let her grow up—they won't let her dye her hair blonde or have a lock on her door, which Georgia feels is proof positive of their resistance. Why do you think Georgia considers these things to be "more adult"?