Chapters 6-9, The Road That Leads to Fame, Sometimes the Road is Rocky, And You're Just Another Dame; Busted Summary and Analysis

Chapters six through nine show the roller coaster existence of a musician's life, clearly typified by Anita's own experiences. Life on the road leads to ambivalence. Anita loves the lights and the crowds that come with each performance. The constant travel, on the other hand, is stressful, and her use of pot and alcohol increases. The band begins to play on military bases, because they provide transportation to the next gig. In San Francisco, Anita reunites with Carl, having been corresponding with him for several months. She manages a leave of absence for a month, and they marry, with plans to be together until he...