Whirligig

Brent's journey towards self-forgiveness in Whirligig involves his cross-country trip to build whirligigs in memory of Lea, the girl he unintentionally killed. Through the physical act of creating...

"Whirligig" employs various comparisons and similes to enhance its narrative. One notable simile is when Brent's emotions are compared to a "stormy sea," illustrating his inner turmoil. Another...

The woman who helps Brent build the whirligig in Chapter 9 is an unnamed female artist he meets in Weeksboro, Maine. She provides psychological support, encouraging Brent to forgive himself and...