Chapter 5+6,
These two chapters begin the chain of events that are changing the mood of the book entirely. First, I'm starting to see how merciless David's father is. David once again falls victim to one of his father's beatings. This time we read of how his back is ripped apart by the whip his father used. Not only do I feel sorry for David, I'm starting to grow a strong hatred for Mr. Strorm. Not only is he self righteous, but he is completely hypocritical and is almost silly. It is difficult to take him seriously because he expresses himself in extreme ways, and is always angry and is childish. In these chapters, we also learn that Sophie and her family have been captured. When David questions his Uncle Axel of Sophie's whereabouts and what they did with her, Uncle Axel doesn't respond and avoids the topic. Whatever happened to Sophie is too painful for Uncle Axel to speak of, but I think that we will find out what happened very soon. Near the end of Chapter 5, David speaks of running away, but Uncle Axel convinces him to stay put. I have a feeling that David won't stay in Waknuk for too much longer.
Great thoughts! I like your prediction about David not staying in Waknuk for too long. Do you think he will be leaving on his own accord or by force?
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