The Girl Who Fell from the Sky is a novel by Suzanne Collins, published in 2009. The protagonist, Delaney, suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI) after falling from a tree. This injury affects her memory, causing her to forget the events leading up to the fall and struggle with her identity.
Delaney's TBI manifests in several ways throughout the story:
- Memory Loss: She has gaps in her memory, particularly about the events surrounding the fall.
- Confusion: She experiences confusion and disorientation, often struggling to understand her surroundings and the people around her.
- Emotional Instability: Delaney's emotions are volatile and unpredictable, making it difficult for her to manage her feelings.
- Physical Symptoms: She experiences headaches, dizziness, and fatigue as a result of the injury.
Delaney's journey to recover from her TBI is a central theme in the novel. Through therapy and support from those around her, she gradually regains her memories and learns to cope with the lasting effects of her injury.
