The Lovely Bones

    The Lovely Bones is a novel about a girl named Susie Salmon who is brutally murdered by her neighbor Mr. Harvey. The novel is written in first person as Susie is the narrator describing the events as they occur over a long period of eight years. Susie focuses on her life and the pain of her family and friends as the death of herself dwells on the minds of her loved ones as they are eager to uncover the hidden truths behind her murder.  The main theme behind this story is the battle between good and evil. The constant battle between Susie's father Mr. salmon and Mr. Harvey as secrets are revealed following the years after her death. When subtle hints begin to uncover Mr. Salmon fights effortlessly to uncover who murdered his daughter. The rising action between good and evil begins when Susie's friend Lindsey enters Mr. Harvey's house and discovers the underground plans of the cornfield. She just barely makes it out without getting caught by the murderous Mr. Harvey. The family finally reaches their long awaiting closure to their pain and suffering when they see the plans found in his house. The pieces begin to fall into place as Mr. Harvey's world comes crashing down. Mr Harvey is the evil represented in this story through his actions. Susie on the other hand represents the good in this story showing that they must not fall into the darkness and grief of death. Through the family's perseverance and Susie by their side they do not lose hope and fight until they uncover the truth. Susie's absence does not impact the family's hope. The protection and love Susie shows for her family even after she's gone ultimately pushes her family to seek answers and to never give up., The grief of the family does not overwhelm them, instead it acts as motivation to find the man who did this to their precious daughter.