The Monster

The monster exemplifies Elizabeth’s fear of the unknown. All throughout the novel, the monster is only seen in a distance or in the shadows. All she knows is its oddly shaped body, and she firmly believes that he is the only endangering Victor and not the other way around. It is only at the end of the novel that Elizabeth gets to see the monster fully. This is a representation of Elizabeth facing her fears and moving forward with a new life.

Adam

While Adam and the monster are one and the same, Adam himself represents a desire to belong. When he chooses his name, he is establishing himself as a new man despite his appearance. Furthermore, Adam shows Elizabeth’s own personal growth, as she resolves to never be scared of him again. Both of these characters want to belong, and both of...