Early in the book Sasha thinks, “She could flee. She could hitchhike straight out of here to that…city where the fresh starts are.” Why do you suppose she doesn’t?

Early in the book Sasha thinks, “She could flee. She could hitchhike straight out of here to that…city where the fresh starts are.” Why do you suppose she doesn’t?

I think Sasha knows deep down that she can’t just leave, and doesn’t want to face that reality.

I don't think anyone really can leave this place.

I think she realized that there was a difference between wanting to leave and being able to leave.

I also thought that maybe she wasn’t allowed to leave

In spite of it all, Sasha remains drawn to her family (Lil, memories of her mother). I think she feels quilty for desiring a different location. I wonder if she stays in hopes that Autumn will return.