I suppose I was in 8th grade or so when I read it. Then again, there's a reason the book and movie are famous - they offer a more honest view of society than most author's like to include. She's not meant to be necessarily likable, but tragic and pitiful for knowing only a fleeting few days of happiness and hope in a world of endless meanness. Personally I thought Sue Snell and Mrs. Desjardin were the characters you're supposed to relate to. (Is there somewhere else we can take this discussion? I'm having fun, but don't want to clutter the thread anymore. XD)
But back to the XIV topic, the meme was more a reference to how pink clothing was labeled "Red" and the way the coatee puts breasts on display. The Elezen girl must burn the sinful garment and pray to the Twelve for forgiveness.![]()