Chapter 14 Summary and Analysis

Torey admits that, even though often inappropriate, their room has its fair share of laughter. One of the biggest sources of amusement is Whitney. Whitney is prone to practical jokes. Torey is surprised that the bumbling teenager would enjoy playing pranks. As the end of March draws near, Torey grows increasingly suspicious that no pranks have been pulled recently. Torey finally chalks the lack of things popping out of unusual places up to Whitney's absence due to a bad cold.

Freddie's mother, Mrs. Crum, pays Torey a visit near the end of March. She is concerned because Freddie has been coming home and vomiting recently. Freddie's vomiting is not really the cause of her concern, but rather the substance he vomits up—small brightly colored balls about a quarter inch in diameter. Torey is equally perplexed about the substance because...