When Ruby’s mom was getting arrested at the beginning of the book Ruby must of felt that there was a big whole is her life while she was gone. Even though she’s fine after, Ruby still must of been confused about why her mom got arrested. On page 4 , it said “I was the one who made the complaint. I’m the victim.” At that moment Ruby’s mind was probably full of questions. Ruby’s mom made the complaint but is now getting arrested even though she didn’t do anything wrong. Ruby’s mom was so desperate on keeping Ruby at the house and making sure she stays there.