Point of View

The point of view of the book is third person, omniscient. The main points of view that are offered are those of Laura as well as Maurice. Occasionally, the reader is treated to the thoughts of secondary characters, but for the most part, the internal thoughts and actions come from Laura and Maurice.

Language and Meaning

The language may differ depending on which character is being featured. When the character being profiled is Maurice, the language is age appropriate, and words are utilized that would be used in an impoverished, uneducated environment. Much drug lingo and slang are used. Likewise, business terms, and procedures that Laura takes for granted are offered, and are just as confusing for the reader as they are for Maurice at first.

Structure

The book is fairly linear in fashion, but offers flashbacks in nearly every chapter. The author is not...