chapters 7-8

In chapter 7, David talks about the arrival of his sister Petra. He tells us that the whole family had to pretend that their mom wasn't pregnant for nine months just so that if the baby was a mutant no one would know. I think its crazy having to pretend about something like that. Also in this chapter Davids aunt comes for a visit with her baby but her baby had a deviation so Davids mother and father were outraged that she brought her baby into their house. Davids aunt Harriet did not want to give up the baby so she left the house but she was found dead in the river the next day. In chapter 8, Davids afraid about what might happen if someone ever finds out about his telepathy, he confides in his uncle who tells him everything will be okay. Also in this chapter David talks to his telepathy buddies and they all agree to share their names and where they live. I think that it's good they are learning about each other but it could also be bad if someone were to find out about them. These chapters show that David has a pretty tough life, his dad is horrible and his only friend has been captured.