In What We Lost By Sara Zarr, even though Sam’s father has forbidden her from being alone with Nick Shaw, she defies him. Why does she feel justified in her disobedience? How does Nick help her begin to find herself?
She’s tired of her Dad “controlling” her. So she goes against her Dad’s rules to find herself.
Sam feels justified in her disobedience because she is tired of her father's controlling behavior and wants to make her own decisions. She is also drawn to Nick and wants to explore her feelings for him. Nick helps Sam begin to find herself by encouraging her to take risks and explore her own interests. He also helps her to open up and express her feelings, which helps her to gain a better understanding of herself.
