How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
I proposed moving out of town. "Like we could afford to move," she said. (56.4)
Pearl's mom is always the first to point out their money troubles. We can't imagine losing everything in a fire, but she focuses more on the poverty aspect than anything else. You'd think with her brother being dead from the fire and all that she'd have a sense of perspective.