3.+Writer's+Purpose?


 * What was the authors purpose for writing? **

Verlaan's purpose for writing was to express her feelings, and hopefully by explaining her emotions she can reach self healing.

** Evidence: **
 * "I become tired of the endless struggle with its snares and tangles, the way it warps the metal of my mind, the way it muddles my thoughts, the way it keeps me awake at night. I toss repeatedly in my bed, hoping for the chance of escape."