Who is Rachel bruin in the book Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson?

Answer 1

Melinda's ex-best friend, who will date Andy, who raped Melinda.

Answer 2

Rachel Bruin is a popular girl in Melinda's high school who gets upset with Melinda after an incident at a party. She is initially friends with Melinda but later distances herself, adding to Melinda's feelings of isolation and loneliness. Rachel represents the social dynamics and pressures of high school.