The Big Splash complete...

"Time is elastic, shrinking and expanding in certain situations.  It loves to sneak past you when you aren't paying attention, and slow to a crawl when you are".

I decided to use the quote because I feel like this is true for everyone.  I feel like this is true to me constantly.  It seems as if Matt is constantly running against the clock.  He is hired to solve the mystery of who 'Outted' Nicole/a.k.a. Nikki Fingers, all before the week is over and situation is potentially forgotten.

The middle schoolers in the book almost seem as if they are waiting on something, or completely in the moment. The bullying and other activities related to Vinny and his 'organization' may be extreme. But, I think they also portray a reality to how the characters feel, which connects to readers and their own realities. 
Throughout this story I can understand why this book would be great for a lot of readers.  It notes many occurrences and situations that happen to kids of this age, allowing for many potential connections to the story.  Not only does it cover bullying in extent throughout the book, but it examines various family situations, problems with friends, love, and standing up for yourself.

By the end of the story, Matt helps rescue Liz (Kevin's sister) from being 'Outted' entirely as she gets shot with a cat urine squirt gun by Jenny (Nicole's sister!!) on accident.  Matt helped by removing her from the scene; no one ever finds out due to other havoc taking place the halls.  

Kevin and Matt seem to regain their friendship through Liz, (oh, and because Kevin realized Vinny's lack of loyalty...!).  It was pleasing to read that Kevin stood up for himself and discovered what friendship really consists of.


Well,  I shouldn't give away the rest of the book's details (read to find out!)...  
However, my last thought in reading this story, is how much it can relate to Chris Crutcher's Deadline. Consider everyone may not be who they seem.