Love Letter Characters

George Saunders
This Study Guide consists of approximately 24 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Love Letter.

Love Letter Characters

George Saunders
This Study Guide consists of approximately 24 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of Love Letter.
This section contains 771 words
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Robbie's Grandfather

Robbie's grandfather is the first person narrator of the short story. After receiving an email from his grandson, the narrator replies in the form of a handwritten letter. Because of the delicate nature of the topic they are discussing, the narrator believes handwriting his response is the safest manner of communicating. Throughout his letter, the narrator empathizes with his grandson's desire to help his friend in her time of need. However, he also urges Robbie to be careful. He does not know if involving himself in J.'s legal concerns will actually help. He even suggests that Robbie's involvement might endanger J., Robbie, and Robbie's entire family.

Though the narrator desperately wants his grandson to stay safe, he also understands how hard it is to choose inaction and silence over courageous action. He uses his own life experiences to appeal to Robbie, and illustrate his understanding.

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