The Factory
-The Amos Cosmetics factory is located in New Jersey , USA .
-Anna works as a chemist who designs perfume in the factory .
The French Restaurant
-It is an expensive restaurant .
-A brawl breaks out there when Mr Amos takes Anna there for dinner .
Anna's Home
-Anna lives with her mother on the other side of town .
CHARACTERS
Main character : Anna
Characteristics : 1)Creative - I decided to throw in a piece of the fruitcake Momma had packed for my lunch
(Page 31)
2)Curious - Although I couldn't explain why Mr Amos had suddenly found me attractive , I
really wanted to find out . (Page 38)
3)Realistic - But I know I am just ordinary looking . (Page 34)
- Men have a way of calling you 'nice' when they really mean they don't care
how you look . (Page 39)
Main character : Mr David Amos
Characteristic : 1)Superficial - preferred to be with pretty young models . (page 32 & 34)
2)Snobbish - Never dream of saying nice things to ordinary looking girl . (Page 32)
3)Keen sense of smell - Mr Amos had an expert nose for perfumes . (page 32)
Minor character : Armstrong
Characteristic :1)Determined - Wanted to be success before asking me(Anna) out . (Page 58)
2)Successful - Now owned the pizza company . (Page 58)
THEMES
-Love
-Physical attraction
-Marriage
-Vanity
-Social status
MORAL VALUES
-Do not compromise our values and dignity
-Do not be influenced by the attention of the opposite sex
-Work hard to achieve success
POINT OF VIEW
The story is told in the first person point of view as Anna narrates her story to us and shares her thoughts and feelings .
LANGUAGE,STYLE AND DICTION
The language is simple and conversational in mode.Direct speech is well utilised to make the story interesting although it is told in the first person . There are many humorous moments which have been presented in clear,simple language . The mood and atmosphere for specific moments have been created using the literary devices listed below .
DICTION:Good expressions used in the story
-Dark,handsome English guy
-Polite conversations
-A wasted opportunity
