... bonds as well as connections with the wider world; concepts which are portrayed through various literary devices and modes of voice. Hence, both novels explore the benefits and detriments of relationships, and the way these bonds impact a sense of belonging. Relationships forged with others can often lead to an emotional dilemma when forced to choose between either maintaining said bond or retaining the beliefs ... concept. The reader is immediately confronted with the strained history between the two. Do continually makes use of personal pronouns such as "This guy", "the little Vietnam...

• Word Count: 1791
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: Graduate