View a FREE sample

Needles

These are what Brandi uses to dispense drugs into her system. They symbolize dread and worry for Ian.

Ranger

This is the vehicle Danny uses to drive Ian to see his father. It represents broken promises.

Phone

This is what Ian is given so he can communicate with people after his mother dies. It represents danger and connection.

Axe

This is a tool that Gramps had, Ian wants to keep, and that Dwight wants to sell to fund his new life. It represents Ian’s connection to the land and his grandfather.

Abercrombie Shirt

This is a shirt that Ian buys from Goodwill that used to belong to Zach. It symbolizes conflict.

Beechnuts/Hickory Nuts

These are fruits from trees that are encased in a hard shell and that Ian likes to crack for food. They symbolize Ian’s connection to the land and to Gather.

Collar

(read more Symbols/Objects)

This section contains 277 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample