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The novel gives us the full spectrum of the characters lives.
Its immediately apparent that the kids are a bit weird, that theyre not quite fitting into the mold.
The writer gives us these characters in funny little quips.
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Laurence is a genius and, like most of his caliber, is terribly misunderstood.
They want him to go outside and make friendsyou know, like a normal kid.
Laurence and Patricia are ostracized, hurt, and neglected for being different.
And I cheered them on and grew to love them, celebrating their victories when they finally came.
Every loving moment, apology, heartbreak, laugh, and tear between friends is important.
The important thing is that the connection existed in the first place.
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