Conclusion

This book doesn't exactly end in the fairy tale happiness bracket, but it is certainly an optimistic ending. In the end everyone found out that Andy had raped Melinda, and actually had tried once again. But I feel that an even bigger triumph than Andy being caught is Melinda realizing it was not her fault and that she can go on with her life. This is usually the hardest thing for rape victims to do. Melinda also earns an A+ in art for her tree drawing. I think this isn't neccesarily just because of her art skill but because of the heart and soul she put into her work and the long journey she went through throughout the year. Overall I enjoyed this book even more the second time!