How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
It's so nice to have my dad again. I was angry at him for looking for a job up here and angry all over again when he found one. I've been angry at my mom for making us do this, and at Pete and all my friends at home because I had to move away and they didn't. I've been mad at everyone except Natalie. I always try really hard not to get angry at her. (5.23)
Moose is stuck in the middle of a really big family transition. His first reaction is to be angry with all of them because they had to move away from their old home and friends. But Moose also knows that it's unfair to take these feelings out on Natalie. She's innocent, and needs his love and support.
Quote #5
I want to go back to Santa Monica, but not this way—not if it means giving this news to my mom. My feet feel suddenly too heavy. The stairs are too steep. (10.19)
Moose has been pretty vocal about how he doesn't like living in Alcatraz. But when he hears that his sister has been asked to leave her new school, he suddenly realizes what is important. Despite his complaining, he doesn't have the heart to break the news to his family—he realizes that being on Alcatraz is the best shot for all of them right now.
Quote #6
"Moose." My mother reaches for my chin again and tips my face toward her. "I need you. Your dad needs you and Natalie needs you most of all. Let's give this a try, shall we? Let's just see how it goes." (13.67)
Moose's family really relies on him, which is tough for him. Babysitting his sister isn't exactly his idea of a good time—especially in a place where he's trying to make new friends. But his mom is showing him that she really needs his help here, so he's going to have to step up to the plate.