Never Let Me Go 2

"Or maybe she could sense where my talk was leading, and didn't want to go that way." pg. 18

To me, this quote above foreshadows a bad memory or experience from Hailsham. Ruth, in her recovery, seemed to only want to reminisce about the good aspects of her time at Hailsham.   I think that the neglect to address whatever way Kathy is discussing will be a major conflict in the story. I just think that Hailsham can't be this perfect boarding school. It has to have its' secrets, and its these secrets that I think will provide conflict. Also, I am astonished that people tease and make fun of Tommy. With his physical appearance, I would think everyone would be too intimidated to even dare to bully him. But, maybe the dynamics at Hailsham are different than in today's society. Maybe there, athletics aren't a source of popularity and intimidation. However, I'm glad that people finally quit bullying Tommy.  I'm curious to find out what he tells Kathy when they meet. I'm also curious why Kathy is so interested in Tommy and wants to know all of his business. Could it be that she is a genuinely caring person or could it be that she simply has a crush on Tommy and is too afraid to admit it?