Nothing but the Truth

     I was really surprised by this book. I thought it was crazy that such a small thing turned into something so big. What started out as a white lie of Phillip's turned into something that made a huge impact on Miss. Narwin's life. It really scared me almost as a person pursuing a job in education.
     I thought it was very sad that Phillip was able to manipulate everyone into turning against Miss. Narwin when all she did was enforce the school rules. I feel that the issue should have turned into an attack on the school board or assistant principal, if anybody. Miss Narwin was only following the rules. It was obvious that she cared about Phillip despite everything he put her through, which I thought was admirable. It was sad that after all the years of hard work she put in, it was not recognized, however she is scrutinized by such a huge audience over a misunderstanding.
      I think Phillip seems very manipulative, and is a compulsive liar, so I was honestly frustrated that he won in the end. He was simply trying to annoy Miss Narwin by humming the star spangled banner, but manipulated every one into thinking he was patriotic in his actions. He lied over and over again in his attempt to upset Miss Narwin. It was obvious when he was given the opportunity to sing in his new home room and he chose not to.