Part of Caitlin's healing process throughout the course of the book is shown in the way Caitlin deals with her grief. How does Caitlin deal with grief at the beginning of the novel? How does this change over the course of the novel, and what various methods does she use to get through her problems? What causes Caitlin to change over the book?

Describe Caitlin's relationship with Ingrid, both from Caitlin's original point of view and from her view following the reading of Ingrid's diary. How did Caitlin view the relationship, and how did this differ from reality? What caused Caitlin not to see some of Ingrid's deeper issues? How does Caitlin feel about her inability to really know her friend?

Describe the various people in the book who play a role in Caitlin's recovery. What is their relationship to Caitlin? How do they...