Wednesday, March 27, 2013

3.27.13- Literary Essay

When I'm reading, I always like books that have a storyline or a character that you can imagine in your life. It makes the book seem more realistic, as if it could really happen. Stories like Swim by Jennifer Weiner, where the main character Ruthie learns that sometimes you have to not let what's past affect your future.

In the beginning of the book, Ruthie is continuously reminded of her past. The problem is, she remembers her past so vividly, but she doesn't want to. She hates her past, but she is forced to explain it everyday. She finally learns that she needs to forget about it, and not think about it. So even when her ex-coworker that betrayed her calls offering a job, she denies it and hangs up. She also says

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