he felt like a bouncing ball , which everyone kicked a little , but no one knew where it would end up . but you 're not , are you ? ' she did n't really want to continue the conversation . his voice is deeper , but there 's still a hint of amusement there . he gripped the handle and let himself inside . twenty-six water now `` you should go visit amber , '' ginny suggests from her perch , a purple-and-blue quilt stretched out on her lap . 