Circle of Friends | Style

Circle of Friends Style

Point of View

A third-person omniscient narrator tells Circle of Friends. Although Benny and Eve are the main focus, the reader gets the views of various people. The reader knows about Nan's social ambitions when her friends do not know. Seeing Nan's plans makes one anticipate the impact on the other characters. Knowing about Simon's money problems and intention to marry a rich woman colors the reader's perspective on his relationship with the unaware Nan. The reader sees the thoughts of minor characters like quiet Mossy Rooney and Lilly Foley. They have their individual perspectives about Benny.

The thoughts of Knockglen citizens are shown after certain events, like Mrs. Healy banning Fonsie and Clodagh. The citizens' collective opinions give the book a small-town feel where everyone knows everyone else's business. The reader finds out what the friends really think of each other, such as when Rosemary thinks Benny is not good enough for...
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