Desiree Angeles answers “Okay, so I have seen many people say that...”

Jessica asked this question about Madeline:

Okay, so I have seen many people say that Madeline is an orphan. I guess I figured she was in a boarding school since she got toys from her "Papa" while in the hospital. Or am I missing something? I ask because I am not familiar with anything Madeline and first just read this to my daughter for her school work.

Desiree Angeles In the novel, it is highly implied the Madeline as well as the rest of the girls are not orphans but rather students from a Catholic boarding school. …moreIn the novel, it is highly implied the Madeline as well as the rest of the girls are not orphans but rather students from a Catholic boarding school. However, this was not the case on the animated films. So that's why many would believe that Madeline and the other girls are living on an orphanage.(less)

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