How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
Nobody knew for sure what the A-Z meant. Perhaps it referred to the fact that all sorts of strange things—everything from A to Z—were sold in the store. Or perhaps it had something to do with the owner's name. However, no one seemed to know for sure what his name actually was. (1.3)
The entire antiques shop is mysterious, from the name to the owner to the owner's name. There's a whole alphabet of uncertainty when it comes to the details of his story.
Quote #2
Actually Melanie knew that April was showboating, but it occurred to her that it was probably because of homesickness. It was easy to see how much she'd like to be back in Hollywood with her mother. (3.25)
April thinks that she's pulling one over Melanie and Mrs. Ross when she fabricates a glamorous life in Los Angeles, but Melanie sees right through it. She's observant, but she's also compassionate, and she lets April keep on bragging to help her get over her homesickness.
Quote #3
"Do you like to read?" Melanie asked. "Reading is my favorite occupation."
"That's for sure." Mrs. Ross laughed. "A full-time occupation with overtime. Your grandmother tells me that you do a lot of reading, too." (3.27-28)
Melanie may not share April's love of false eyelashes or bouffant hairstyles, but she does have one thing in common with her new neighbor: they both love to read. Their shared thirst for knowledge helps them become fast friends.