Response to Mona

        Mona, I have to agree that I am also beginning to dislike Sal a great deal. Despite the fact that Remi is not my favorite character either, I was extremely annoyed when Sal could not be bothered to act as a good friend for one evening. Although Remi does not have many likable characteristics, he at least has a strong understanding of what he wants. Sal cannot seem to make up his mind; in one chapter he is falling in love with Lee-Ann, and in another he is running away with a Mexican girl he met on the bus. The only desire he is sure about in the entire novel is his wish to spend time with Dean. Sal's "follower" personality is probably what bothers me most about his character; I do not find him to be a relatable character in any way. Like you mentioned, Sal is waiting to have everything handed to him. He does not have the will or determination to work for what he wants. At this point, I am also itching to get back to Dean, just so I will not have to deal with Sal anymore.