Book 6: The Girl Guide, Chapters 1-4 Summary

In Chapter 1, Don't Whine, Mercedes has not heard from Ralph in two months. She goes to Luvovitz's store to find out if they know anything, but they have not heard from Ralph either. Three weeks later, she receives a letter from Ralph. He apologizes for leading her on all this time.

In Chapter 2, Dark Ladies, Frances' aunt Camille verbally abuses her as punishment for dishonoring Materia's memory. Frances starts breaking into the Mahmoud household and stealing jewelry. She watches Teresa working in the kitchen and learns more about Leo Taylor, Teresa's brother. She remembers that Leo drove Kathleen to school and concludes that Leo, who goes by Ginger with his family, is the father of Kathleen's children. She decides that she will find out where Leo lives and buy a case of ginger...