In the Time of the Butterflies | Techniques
The story is broken into four parts in each section with each part told from the point of view of one of the four sisters. María Teresa tells her part of the story through her diary entries. Patria Mercedes' point of view accentuates her strong religious beliefs. Minerva is the leader, her principles upheld with each decision she makes. She lives her beliefs, whether at home or in prison. She does not allow her inner fears to change her decisions or her actions, standing up for what she sees as right. Each of the sisters is strengthened by the use of her personal point of view. Stavans...
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