I would give Vanessa (one of the main characters in the book) Piper.Well maybe I wouldnt totally give Piper to her..but I would let her stay for a while. =] I dont think I could go long without her..But Vanessa has a cutting problem,and she just needs someone for comfort.It doesnt help that she just went to Aspen Springs to get help with her problem and she is all alone.Maybe having Piper would help get her mind off hurting herself and give her a frind to help her smile and to cheer up. Piper may help and she may not...Vanessa has a tough shell that is very hard to crack.But people say having pets help with you menatal probs and can keep you from being lonely. =]