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Cigarettes

These objects that appear throughout the novel represent dependency and are the binding theme of the squatter residency in Penny's grandparents' former home.

Jazz

This character in the novel symbolizes freedom, unconventionality, and sexuality.

Rob

This character in the novel represents fear and unattainability, particularly for Penny.

Upper West Side Apartment

This setting in the novel represents Penny's associations with her father and the grief that she struggles with following his death.

Tranquility

This setting in the novel represents solitude for Penny. It is while living in this setting that she finds her own space for reflection.

Hospice

This setting in the novel represents suffering and death.

Judaism

This symbol in the novel represents Norm's infancy and childhood.

Shamanism

This symbol in the novel represents Norm's adulthood and focus in his life.

Morristown Home

This setting in the novel represents Penny's childhood and family. It is where...

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