Summary

The title page of Chapter 8 includes a program with the seal of Holy Name Central Catholic High School and the year 1995. Underneath the program is a handwritten letter in cursive, presumably from Jarrett’s father though not stated explicitly. The letter is filled with regret, including, “I see now if I could go back and undo it I would - but of course I can’t” (254). The chapter opens with Jarrett sitting on Holly’s couch and talking to her about his father’s letter. Jarrett also confides in Pat. His grandmother calls for dinner, and Jarrett finally tells them about the letter. He decides to try to forget about it. One night Leslie comes home and they tell her about the letter, and she tells Jarrett she just wanted him to have a father. His father’s name was not...