Chicken Tenders

Repeated references to chicken tenders appear throughout the novel. They are Aria's favorite food, and Neon brings her an order from the bingo hall whenever they hang out together. Doing so is an expression of his love. The food therefore symbolizes love and captures Neon's ability to care for Aria in a way that is meaningful to her.

Wednesday's Door Knockers

Wednesday's Door Knockers is one of Neon's family's businesses. Neon's great-grandparents, Brina's grandparents, originally opened the door knocker shop. Brina took over the business after her father Earl Wednesday died. The shop is thus symbolic of family legacy. The door knockers help the family connect with their community, while the business sustains them over time.

Whole Note Door Knocker

The Wright family has a door knocker in the shape of a whole note on their front door. The knocker is symbolic of home and...