Eden Rock Flashcards
“They are waiting for me”
(Ambiguous declarative sentence)
Makes reader question, who is “they”, in which we later learn it is his family, their family is incomplete without him
“White”
“Takes on the light”
(Biblical imagery)
White is an angelic, pure colour. She us illuminated conveying her as angelic. The mother is looking over him as if she’s his guardian angel
“As if lit by three suns”
(Simile)
Surreal imagery, hinting something otherworldly like heaven. Symbolises family is again reunited. Strong bond is presented as the son isn’t scared of death with the comfort of his family
“Crossing is not as hard as you might think”
(Declarative)
Crossing to the after life isn’t as scary as it seems as long as you’re with your family. It’s more impactful as it’s structured at the end
