Part 2, Chapters 22 - 26 Summary

Part 2, Chapter 22: Irem enjoys the freedom that she now owns as a result of the earthquake. She is able to wander through the American relief camp for several hours each day without her mother. She spends the time visiting her friend Dilek and looking for Dylan. Irem goes just outside the camp to the beach and wades ankle-deep in the water. Dylan finds her there and the two discuss the conservative ways of Turkish culture. He gives her a music player with the music of Radiohead playing on it and though she is stunned by the gift, Irem accepts it.

Part 2, Chapter 23: Now in the American camp, Sinan is finally able to get some sleep. He sleeps for 18 hours straight before waking up to find himself alone in the tent. Nilufer brings him breakfast that was prepared by the...