Madeline’s Room

Because it is believed that Madeline has SCID, she spends a good deal of time in her room. It is in this room from which she emails and IMs Olly. She is also able to see into Olly’s room from her bedroom window, making it a good place for her to spy on him. Madeline’s room is completely white, symbolizing how sanitized it is in order to keep Madeline from getting sick.

Outside

Because Madeline has SCID, she is not allowed to go outside. Notice in the book how the word “outside” is capitalized. This capitalization signifies the mystery Maddy associates with this place that she is unable to go. When she sees Olly’s father hurting him one night, Madeline could not help but run out to try to help him.

The Sunroom

Madeline tells Olly that her mother had the sunroom in...