How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
The truth was I didn't see anything. OK? Fine. I technically saw nothing. I only heard. I only heard because I was hiding in a closet while my family died because I was a worthless little coward. (3.152)
Wow, yeah, Libby is way harsh on herself. She may have been a "worthless little coward," but she was seven years old. Seven! What would she have done against a murdering madman, other than get herself killed if she had stayed?
Quote #5
I was eager to speak with an outsider who also believed that Ben was guilty. (5.11)
Libby's resolve is starting to waver. Maybe Ben didn't do it, she starts to think. Still, she can't give up just yet, so she seeks out someone else to confirm her belief that Ben is guilty.
Quote #6
"I've written him several letters of apology over the years, Libby. I just don't know how many times I can say I'm sorry for that damn, damn book." (5.17)
Oops. That search for confirmation didn't go well. The author of a true-crime book about Ben killing her family now believes Ben didn't do it. Barb Eichel, the author, seems to have succumbed to "Satanic panic" and rushed to blame Ben, just like everyone else did.