Melinda's Depression Deepens

In the last twenty pages Melinda's depression has become more severe and more of the traumatic night has been painted for the reader. Melinda also talks more about her family life, she explains her suspicions of her parents having affairs, and the belief that if it wasn't for her they would be separated. On Christmas day Melinda is tempted to tell her parents what has caused this change in their daughter but like many times doesn't feel able to speak.