Many characters get unexpected second chances. Which character’s transformation moved you most? Do you believe we all deserve second chances?
Gabrielle. Her career got the chance it deserves. It is hard to work through what Max did to her. Also, when people find out, it is rough. Some believe and some don’t. Plus she got a second chance at love with Devlin.
Walter’s did. I was so happy that he not only survived his cancer diagnosis, but that he found love and purpose in his life at the end of the novel.
Gabrielle was the most changed. She was in hiding in he shop, hoping no one would notice her. She was afraid to be herself and to trust other people. Afraid someone would find out her secret.
It is hard to answer this question because each character was likeable and deserving of their second chance in their own way. Walter found a purpose. Gabrielle found strength, courage, self-worth, self love, and her voice. Devlin found a second chance at love and maybe some self forgiveness. Even Clara (the violin) was reunited with her true love.
I was moved by Gabrielle’s transformation. She was lonely and suffering with a problem she was embarrassed to discuss or delve into. She also carried the lie of her father’s whereabouts. I could almost compare her to Clara, in that the destiny of her youth was out of her own hands. Although she was given time to grow and understand life. Yes, I believe most people deserve a second chance.
I think all were compelling in different ways but I guess the one I felt most happy for was Devlin. He was so sweet throughout the book and was willing to take chances, even though he may not have been aware he was doing just that. And his actions, ultimately, brought joy to the other protagonists.
It seemed all the characters were transformed in some way but I th8nk Gabrielle’s was the most moving for me because she had multiple traumas to overcome.
I liked all of the transformations. I think Gabrielle’s moved me the most. She overcame a lot and in the end did the right thing.
Absolutely agree and love how you summed up your response!
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Walter was Ove in a Man Called Ove. If this book is made into a movie, Tom Hanks should play Walter!