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Each character played an important role in order to move the plot along and to see the perspectives it shows. The main character, even though she has suffered from the fallout of her accident, is an example of a strength, determination, acceptance and standing for her own beliefs and convictions. Her actions through the novel can stand as a role model for everyone to accept that just because it is doesn’t make it right.
For me, this novel reminded me of the times I would be gone all day with my own father in a hot stuffy tractor, as he planted, or harvested our own crops, which was a happy memory. However, a sad memory was the time lost with my father because he was always working in the fields and the stress those fields caused.
I really appreciated the acceptance of the Angus into her family and how his difference was overlooked and he became an important person in Em’s life. Acceptance of what is not normal or which cannot be explained is important to me, and I believe as we emulated that belief the world can become better.
Pamela Porter’s style of free verse poetry is also unique, which is not commonly seen. I could use this source in a poetry unit because it is fresh and in this time era. Which would give students a different perspective on Poetry, other than the classics.