... Guterson's novel, Snow Falling on Cedars. Many perspectives are possible in interpretation of the piece: for example, interpretation as a romance versus a mystery. Credited with instigating the versatility of the novel are countless trivial and more importantly three prevailing subplots: interracial tension, a love affair forsaken by the race gradient and obstructed by Hatsue's marriage to Kabuo, and finally Ishmael's ... twisted contemplation to avenge his own broken heart, placing Kabuo forever in prison and away from ... an instructor of social savvy, began to distance herself from t...

• Word Count: 950
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Graduate