One characteristic of a thriller novel that is exemplified in Emmy Laybourne's Monument 14, is the ominous atmosphere that gives the novel a foreboding undertone. ... A finale, repeated theme in many thriller novels, particularly Monument 14, is the constant risk of danger and death. ... "By the hair on my f--- chin, let me in or I'll blow your effin' Greenway down" (67). When the insane stranger starts reciting twisted versions of children's story's, readers realize other characters are in a dangerous situation: his actions cannot be predicted. ...

• Word Count: 625
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

The story takes place in a Latino neighborhood in Chicago most likely around the 1960's. ... The theme of the novel is to show all the interesting things that may happen while living in a tough Hispanic neighborhood. ... Her was born here, but me I'm Texas. " After Esperanza paid her the money all of them ended up on the bike at the same time while riding down Mango Street. ... But the uncle started giving her compliments on how beautiful she looks and that changed her mind. ... In my opinion, I thought this book was a very interesting book to read because of all the little ...

• Word Count: 1313
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

It further underlines and describes her play's themes, and it also emphasizes the heritage of black American literature, a heritage that portrays a very different conception of America than the literature of dominant white culture. ... Hughes" reference to the play is very important because one theme in the play is the importance of dreams each member of the Younger family is driven by . ... This money would fulfill Ruth's long awaited dream of owning a home and not living in that apartment of hers; Walter would use the money to satisfy his dream of owning his own business and not w...

• Word Count: 1645
• Approx Pages: 7
• Grade Level: High School