The Upside of Falling

Becca states that her parents’ divorce didn’t kill her love of romance novels: In fact, it “made [her] crave them more” (2). How does the author use this detail to develop Becca’s character?

Brett is determined to make his parents (and especially his dad) proud. What evidence suggests that Brett has allowed his father’s influence to take over his life? Why does Brett allow this degree of control?

Both Becca and Brett express a desire to leave Crestmont after high school. What reasons do they give? What is the author implying about small towns like Crestmont?