The Relationship between Zee and Gentry

While the relationship between Gentry and Zee is atypical in many ways, it plays a vital role in this novel's main story line by demonstrating that two people who seem very different can actually show the highest levels of acceptance and loyalty.

Gentry and Zee have backstories, but during this novel their relationship is a defining factor in each character. Gentry Frank is a high-functioning autistic man who has made an oath to protect Zee. He takes that oath seriously even though their relationship is casual at that. Zee Trego is a young woman who has made terrible mistakes in her life, some with long-term consequences that include a major injury to her hip. She does not know what to make of Gentry's commitment to her, especially when he seems disinclined to have a personal relationship. He simply looks out for...