Who is Frances Flynn Benedetto? Why did she marry Bobby Benedetto? Did Frannie ever love Bobby? Why did Frannie not recognize the signs of domestic abuse the first time Bobby left bruises on her arm? Why did Frannie not leave Bobby in the early years of their marriage before the birth of her son? Why did Frannie remain with Bobby for so long after the birth of her child? Was Frannie in any way responsible for the abuse Bobby perpetrated against her? Explain.

Who is Beth Crenshaw? Where did this name come from? For what purpose did she take the name Beth? Why does Beth continue to use this name even after her husband has disappeared with her child? Why does Beth continue to dye her hair? What does Beth represent for Frannie Benedetto?

Who is Mike Riordan? Why is Beth hesitant to trust...