First part

Starting this book, I had heard great things about it. A lot of people have told me they have read it, or parts of it. I thought it was interesting that it was such a well-known book. So, I decided I would be enthusiastic about reading it. As I began to rea, not much made sense to me. I am still somewhat confused. But I do like it for the most part. I find it very interesting the way that we are able to see the narrator’s thoughts. It is obviously written in the past, so this fifteen year old child has so many intricate thoughts. I also find the detail to be extraordinary. I can picture everything that is being described. This occurs when he describes Frau’s apartment, and the building in which it is found. I find it weird that he can remember things such as where the chairs were placed, yet he cannot remember certain conversations. I really like the way that he debates with himself. In the beginning when he does not want to go, I feel his pain. But then he got something out of it that he actually enjoyed. When he returned the second time, he does not know why he is so determined. The emotions he describes are very clear: guilt, embarrassment, desperation, awe. I thought that the guilt described was interesting because he does not tell anyone about his time with Frau, including his family and his friends. Yet there relationship has become a daily routine. I also thought it was quite awkward when she is at the swimming pool. I also thought it was quite sad when he describes the way in which Frau did not want him as a huge part of her life, or when she moved without telling him. His illness is prolonged, because he misses her both physically and emotionally. I am excited to read more and further understand the themes of the novel.