... year and with a recipe at the beginning of every chapter. The structure of Like Water for Chocolate is dependent on these recipes, as the main episodes of each chapter generally involve the preparation or consumption of the dishes that these recipes hold. In this novel the protagonist is Tita and her mother Mama Elena is the chief antagonist. This mother-daughter relationship ... ...

• Word Count: 427
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

... love. The structure of this passage if very storylike, like someone is reciting. It uses simplified language and uses a contrast between 2 different writing styles. It is direct when explaining the recipes: "Remove the petals carefully from the roses, trying not to prick your fingers" and soft and compassionate: when explaining the plot: "Her unfortunate death had left Tita ... ...

• Word Count: 779
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School