In the book, Annexed by author, Sharon Dogar, the main character, Peter finds himself lost in his contradictory thoughts about people. The story is introduced with an opening scene of Liese, (Peter’s girlfriend) being captured by the Nazi soldiers. Peter was frantic, trying to find some way to fight against the Nazi’s and to save Liese. Peter of course knew that any action taken against the Nazi’s would potentially result in his death, or lifetime torture. Annexed takes place in Amsterdam where Peter finds himself in an office of Jews also hiding from being captured and sent to concentration, death, or labor camps. The office where Peter and others are hiding is also the home of Anne Frank. Anne Frank is a young, foolish, optimistic girl who chooses to see the glass half full as opposed to half empty. Peter doesn’t exactly know his thoughts about Anne, but in the book proves to the reader that his emotions are mixed with desire, and hatred. He says, “She makes me smile sometimes, even though she’s so irritating…” As Anne takes control of the fun and roughness in the “office,” Peter learns to have fun with her.
Good work, Alessandra! You successfully summarized the events in the story. I am curious about what you identify as the main conflict or problem for Anne and Peter. What is it that motivated them? What are their interenal and external qualities? You need to further explore this idea as you read.
ReplyDelete4.5/5 points. Needs further development.