The way Russo develops these characters, making them well rounded and very realistic makes their personalities and situations very relatable. ... A small town society while seemingly simple from an outside perspective is actually very complex as shown through the relationships and trials and tribulations of those in the novels. ... "(102) In "Mohawk," the connections between the characters show the unique social setting of a small town in yet another way. ... Thus in various ways, many of the characters of the story are connected in some way, which is usually true in any small town. ... Each...

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• Grade Level: High School

This is understood as we observe the regret and disappointment the central character undergoes as she acknowledges the self- sacrifices she has made as a mother. ... In addition to this the characters have exchanged roles, we view the father has grown old weak "your face has grown to ancient innocence- whilst the child is now portrayed as a contemplative adult and her father's protector. ... The child's sentences also become more complex and the language softly toned thus the use of alliteration such as shine' and simplicities. ... Both Sky high' and In the Park' r...

• Word Count: 2540
• Approx Pages: 10
• Grade Level: Undergraduate