Alyson Bernero

This section of the reading got much more intriguing as Zampano discusses the problems he has encountered in more depth. He is forced to turn to friends for help as the issues within the home become more and more puzzling. The new problems in the home are causing even more problems between Navy and Karen as Karen's claustrophobia is revealed. Her phobia causes her to pull away from her husband and put a strain on their relationship. With the help of his friends, Navy takes several trips into the hallway against the wishes of Karen, each time finding himself with more questions than answers.

Johnny's many problems also become more numerous during this section of the book. It seems as though he spends most of his time under the influence of drugs and alcohol. Perhaps he uses it as a way to escape from the failures of his life. He talks in depth about his desire for Thumper, the stripper and the problems he had with his father when he was a child.

1) Why is Karen so reluctant to get close to her husband?
2) What is going on inside the house?
3) Where is the growling coming from if animals cannot go down the hallway?