elle louisa margaret, the sick girl. she feels alone and empty, trying to make the most of her high school life, even if that means she'll be the school's sick girl. yes. that girl. the one who breaths really loudly and suddenly has to leave the classroom once in awhile. her anxiety has taken a toll on her, how does she survive. Well, you gotta read the book to find out. two hints : eugine. blanchard.