Institusion
Universitas Darma Persada
Author
Muqsithoh, Hazimah
Subject
809 Critical Appraisal of More Than Two Literatures/Sejarah, Deskripsi dan Penilaian Kritis Karya Sastra
Datestamp
2021-11-24 04:24:52
Abstract :
This term paper discusses about the issue of a husband and wife, Daisy
and Simon have struggled for years to have children. After many consultations
and medical procedures, finally Daisy became pregnant and little Millie was born.
Their life is complete. But when time passed, Simon wanted one more child.
Daisy is enough with Millie but Simon wants a bigger family, siblings for Millie.
Daisy felt disapproving because during the early years of trying to have children
and she was not ready to face her feelings again. Daisy wants to continue their
lives, only the three of them. The problem is that Simon is an alcoholic, behind
that he has a big secret that he doesn't tell his wife, Simon is infertile. Daisy also
has a dark period which she kept a secret too, occurred at the party. The theme of
domestic violence, especially physical and emotional violence, is included in the
novel. Sexual harassment, including references to rape, is also included.