Boredom is their main characteristic: the guests are described as "bored young faces," and the novel's protagonist, Adam, falls asleep during the first party (described as "repulsive" according to a gossip-columnist guest). ... Though Adam's and Nina's love was not based on profound sentiment, similiarity or even friendship, it was still a reflection of their need to have someone close to them in their wandering and aimless existence. ...

• Word Count: 1494
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Graduate