What recurring themes did you find running throughout the stories?
Created: 11/04/19
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To add to what was already mentioned above - I'm not sure if this is a theme, or more of a "narrative arc," but I liked how the stories moved chronologically from childhood through to adulthood. I felt like the female characters evolved in their dealings with themselves and others and became stronger (and funnier) as they got older.
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As others have said, the recurring themes were misunderstanding, loneliness, and addiction. Another theme I felt strongly was love for children. I know this will not be a popular answer, but the other theme was lack of self respect where men were concerned.
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Some recurring themes were violated expectations in relationships, the damage of addiction to individuals and families, and the drama in everyday, ordinary situations. Berlin found the sadness in happy moments and the humor in tragic situations.
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As I scrolled down to find the space to add my comments, I saw words and phrases that were exactly what I had in mind: depression - stemming from or exacerbated by lack of adequate funds, failed relationships, and adults who were caught up in alcohol, drugs, physical attractions that prevented them from providing much guidance to children. Even if these characters' lives were far more extreme than anything readers have experienced, I think it is possible to recognize and appreciate the struggles of every day life.
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