Tom’s own home life is stable and supportive, though Tom’s mom wishes he were more social. Jeff holds a lot of anger towards his parents. Jeff’s parents are divorced, and Jeff lives with his mom, who works long hours as a nurse. The two of them hang out at Jeff’s house after school, though they do not talk about much. Tom has one friend, Jeff Hicks, whom he has known for about three years. Stressful conversations make Tom feel physically ill.
Tom is highly compassionate and has trouble articulating his feelings and thoughts.
Tom rarely speaks in class, and most people-adults and other kids-overlook him. Pagination in this study guide refers to the Little, Brown Books for Young Readers edition (2007).įirst-person narrator Tom enjoys the daily school routine as he starts seventh grade at St.
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