author's craft

​The author uses characterization to show realistic a character throughout the novel, and not fantasized personalities. For example, there were many moments where Valora had to stand up for herself, such as when she was looked down upon because she was a woman. While she and Jamie were “applying” to become a circus actor on the Titanic, the man Jamie was talking didn’t want Valora to work solo. He claimed that “the women of the family tended to run away.” Both Valora and Jamie stood up to the man, and eventually got the job. Additionally, Valora isn’t a perfect character. There are many flaws with her, like her personality. Some of her plans don’t work, like how she got caught by Skeleton sneaking into parts of the Titanic. Lastly, Valora’s character isn’t invincible. When she was attacked by Skeleton, she wasn’t able to defend herself back. “I strike, stabbing the man in the side.” Even after, she was no match. The author puts this so that the reader knows that Valora is a relatable character. She isn’t a godly character, but she is a normal human being. She is a realistic enough character so that the reader can understand her.