The Glass Castle

How does Maureen's fear of the rats connect with her fear of strangers in Phoenix?

  1. How does Maureen's fear of the rats connect with her fear of strangers in Phoenix?
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Maureen woke up to a rat crouching on Maureen’s blanket a few inches from her face. This was obviously most traumatizing to her.I think Phoenix suggests some sort of sexual abuse that isn't specifically mentioned.

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