Overall this book takes place in a city/town in the United States. Based on the overall location it makes me imagine the character living in a small quiet town far a way from the big cities.
Some specific locations would be at the characters house where her father is always is, drinking, inviting other military men, punching holes, in the wall, etc. Another location would be at school where the character faces detention, teachers and people she hates.
This book is takes place during the modern times (2000's). This time period makes me understand her situation more. I feel like I can understand the characters situation better because it is written in the characters perspective of the world today, rather then 50 years ago hwere I might understand her situation and perspective as much.
The setting effects the story because it it explains some of the social pressures that the character goes through, and some personal concerns and worries in the modern times. This makes young readers be able to connect to the character. The setting also makes it easier to picture and makes the story sound more realistic.
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