Walk Two Moons (Book)

Sal feels frightened at the Wisconsin Dells because she sees the sight of Phoebe's mother kissing a man who is not Phoebe's father, and this unexpected revelation shakes her perception of family stability and truth. Additionally, the Dells remind her of her own fragmented family and the uncertainty that lies ahead in her own life.

The author, Sharon Creech, wrote "Walk Two Moons" to explore themes of loss, grief, and self-discovery through the protagonist, Salamanca Tree Hiddle's journey. The author aims to illustrate the complexities of relationships and the healing power of storytelling in dealing with life's challenges.

In "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech, Gram is initially suspicious of the second message and believes it may be a prank or mistake. She later realizes the message may be from her long-lost son, leading her to become emotional and deeply affected by the possibility.

The setting of "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech is primarily in rural Idaho and on a road trip through the Midwest, as the main character, Salamanca Tree Hiddle, embarks on a journey to find her missing mother. The story alternates between present-day events and Sal's storytelling about her friend Phoebe's life in Euclid, Ohio.