It was at that moment he realized that his spirit was truly human once more. For he no longer remembered how to be alone without being lonely.
Neal ShustermanDonโt I have a choice in this?โ But when she looks behind her, the answer is clear. There are two guards waiting to make sure that she has no choice at all. And as they lead her away, she thinks of Mr. Durkin. With a bitter laugh, Risa realizes that he may get his wish after all. Someday he may see her hands playing in Carnegie Hall. Unfortunately, the rest of Risa wonโt be there.
Neal Shusterman