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Why did Rafferty react so violently at the end? Yes, Toby hit him out of nowhere, but Rafferty was much bigger and stronger, he could easily have de-escalated. Instead he reacted like he was in a bar fight. What was he thinking?
Mary I found this scene entirely unrealistic, one of the many problems with the book. I don't think there's plausible explanation for what is clearly just …moreI found this scene entirely unrealistic, one of the many problems with the book. I don't think there's plausible explanation for what is clearly just a plot device. The author wants to put Toby into morally complex circumstances and this is how she did it. (less)
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Rachel I'm glad somebody else found it weird! Rafferty is not exactly a likeable character before this point, but it does seem like his main aim is to solve ...more
Apr 12, 2019 01:33AM
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The Witch Elm
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