My Absolute Darling Symbols & Objects

Tallent, Gabriel
This Study Guide consists of approximately 69 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of My Absolute Darling.

My Absolute Darling Symbols & Objects

Tallent, Gabriel
This Study Guide consists of approximately 69 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of My Absolute Darling.
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The Knife

The knife is a symbol of resentment. Martin clearly resents that his father has given his prized knife to Turtle and not to him. It is for this reason that Martin destroys the mirror finish on the blade. In return, Turtle resents her father for destroying the gift that her grandfather gave her.

Poison Oak

The poison oak is a symbol of pain and evil. Poison oak is one of the plants that grows up the side of the house whereTurtle lives. The vine frames Turtle’s bedroom window. The poison oak contrasts with the roses that also frame her window.

Roses

The roses are symbols of beauty and good. These roses provide a contrast to the poison oak that also grows up the side of the house where Turtle lives. The roses and poison oak frame her bedroom window.

Jacob’s T-Shirt

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