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Of Women and Salt


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The ending of the book balances a sense of loss with the possibility of new beginnings. What do you imagine Ana's future might look like?

Created: 04/26/21

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davinamw

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The ending of the book balances a sense of loss with the possibility of new beginnings. What do you imagine Ana's future might look like?

The ending of the book balances a sense of loss with the possibility of new beginnings. What do you imagine Ana's future might look like?


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Jessica F

Join Date: 05/23/20

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

I enjoyed how the book ended. I think Carmen would be a good guardian for Ana. Carmen was a loving person despite her "stuck up" ways. She couldn't save her daughter, but she can certainly "save" Ana.


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scgirl

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

I think Ana will succeed with or without Carmen's help. Ana would be thinking of what her own mother wanted for her as she grows.


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cathyoc

Join Date: 04/26/17

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

I like the connection at the end. Carmen has lost so much and tried to control her life without success. I know Ana will succeed, I think it would be amazing if Carmen was able to be part of that life and grow into a family with Ana.


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Marcia S

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

I would hope that Carmen would somehow be there for Ana, that they would have a bond. It brought the story full circle, Jeannete taking in Ana, then Ana coming to Carmen. It might help Carmen make amends for her failures with Jeannette. I did like the ending,


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sjd

Join Date: 10/31/16

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I would hope that Carmen would take care of Ana and be more attuned to this child’s needs.


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shirleyf

Join Date: 04/25/11

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

I hope that Carmen will nurture Ana and provide a comfortable life for her, while teaching her to be strong and independent. Maybe she will understand the salt concept put forth by the title.


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taking.mytime

Join Date: 03/29/16

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RE: The ending of the book balances a ...

Ana will survive regardless, but Carmen taking her in was a help to Carmen - giving her another chance to raise a sensible young woman. Helping to let Carmen know that it was not her fault that Jeanette became an addict.


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