I had been referring to this novel in my own head as the violent bear, so naturally I had gotten my hopes up that it would be another hunting story about a violent bear just like our previous one. I was sadly mistaken however. This novel to me really touched on the relationship issues between disgruntled families. Also I understand how a family member can really hurt you emotionally and physically if they are a danger to themselves. I have been an uncle since I was 4 months old and I have had to constantly deal with a nephew who just kept going down the wrong path. And because of that I felt drawn to the relationship between Francis and Rayber. Although my own nephew is not mentally ill (or so I think) he has definitely committed acts that would make me think so sometimes. He has been in an out of correctional homes and has only now finally gotten his life back together. He has gone through many traumatic experiences in his life and has felt a connection to me throughout all of them. I am the one he comes to for help, a place to stay, necessities, and sometimes just advice, and I love that he feels comfortable enough to come to me with that. So when I read about the relationship Rayber has with Francis I can not help but see the similarities between my own with my nephew. So I know how difficult it can be when a person you are related to and love cannot seem to get things right. This rings true for those with mental disorders and those who just make poor decisions.
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