How we cite our quotes: (Page Number)
Quote #1
Miriam Lahey, one of my two best friends, had given me a NEW YORK FOREVER T-shirt as a good-bye present and said solemnly, "There's a lot of cheese where you're going, Hope. I'm not sure how this affects people long-term. Wear this shirt and remember who you are." (5)
It's easy to see why Hope and Miriam became quick friends back in Brooklyn; they share the art and joy of subtle sarcasm. Btw, here's how it affects people long-term.
Quote #2
Harrison Beckworth-McCoy, my best male friend at school, always said that was the thing he liked most about me. (8)
Harrison is referring to Hope's outlook on life: that it's a lot easier to bounce back from the tough times if you expect there to be nothing but tough times. He's rather insightful himself; he tells Hope that he'll miss her but he won't lose her, foreshadowing Hope's experience with her future father.
Quote #3
Insightful, hardworking 16-year-old girl, emotionally generous and witty, seeks friend/ pal/ chum to while away meaningful hours. Picky eaters need not reply. (11)
Hope doesn't know how long she'll be in her new home, so she fantasizes about some quick and efficient way to get some new buddies. Foodies are a plus.