If Only Isolation Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)

Quote #10

Do they think that talking to you or being near you means they can "catch" having a parent die? Nothing like feeling that you're contagious when you already feel so alone. (36.4)

We're pretty sure nobody actually consciously thinks this, but superstition is a powerful thing. It's eighth grade—difference in general feels contagious.