Espionage

Espionage symbolizes the immoral actions that may be perpetrated by governments without the knowledge of the nation’s citizens. While working at the British government’s classified archives, Nathaniel discovered that the British government essentially waged a secret war following World War Two with the help of many spies (including his mother) and covert, aggressive military actions.

Codename Viola

The codename Viola symbolizes the fractures and division caused by Rose’s espionage work. While working as a spy, Rose essentially had to take on a new identity, and this identity committed many immoral acts, from marital infidelity to the enablement of large-scale military massacres. Rose was essentially unable to revert to her old life, as the enemies she made as Viola disrupted her old life and eventually killed her.

The Moth

The Moth symbolizes secret motivations and personal histories. Nathaniel and Rachel gave Walter the nickname...