How we cite our quotes: Chapter.Paragraph
Quote #10
So now I'm no longer the girl who sees colors, and I'm no longer the girl whose grandfather's soul is in her cat. All I am is the girl who is no longer special in any way. I'm the girl who is empty. Like a deflated helium balloon. I can't believe this is how everyone else feels all the time. (14.42)
After Mango dies, Mia loses a part of herself. Notice how she describes herself here as the "girl who is empty." She feels lost, confused, alone, upset all at once. We can tell that Mango, her grandpa, and her colors help Mia feel like herself, so once those are taken away, she's not sure who she is anymore.