Freda the rabbit

[Ekaete Bruno]

This shouldn't even be a surprise because it was one of the most obvious things to do. Freda was his dear pet and one after his own heart, even if she was as fibble as an egg, he still would had carried her along.

[Abiodunakinola]

Freda is a best friend to Delvin. They have a great relationship together, and maybe Freda also knew Delvin would help him on his quest.

[Sam Ibeh]

I agree with you that Delvin feels an attachment to Borlock through Freda. It's his lucky rabbit that has been in the right place at the right time, even before the trouble started. I can't believe the princesses wanted to eat the rabbit, but I also believe that Delvin gained some courage when Freda didn't run off into the woods when he tried to release her. Almost like Borlock wouldn't leave Delvin alone until he was ready for what life had in store for him.

Sure. Delvin's attachement to Freda was spirtual, if I may say. I know it's fiction, but we can't take it away from how we get attached to our pets. So I can understand why Delvin would not leave Freda behind.

[Allison Beard Vion]

I think you’re probably right that Delvin brought Freda along for both companionship & as a part of the magic act. I do also agree with others on this thread that she is probably symbolic of his connection to Borlock as well as his home. Freda added a fun, sweet twist to a lot of scenes, though I wish she would have gotten more air time. There were times in the book I forgot she even existed until he took her out for her to nibble on some plant life. It would have been nice for her to be mentioned sleeping on a bed with him, or holding her for comfort.

[Carlos Mata Saenz]

He used to look after Freda for Borlock and I think he felt was connecting him with the magician. And it works as a comical relief in few moments for the plot. I would have probably done the same if I had been Delvin (including trying to free her).

[Park Cherri]

I don’t remember much about Freda. But I remember she helped them in some parts of the fight. Their relationship, I mean Delvin and Freda, seems unique in its own way.

[Flourish Sunday]

Pets and cuddly things bring us comfort. Both and more are represented by his bunny. His bunny serves as both a buddy and a reminder of his origins and history. I'm not sure if the two princesses would have become friends over time; they were clearly not his pals.

[Anabel Mack]

Yeah I think was all about what he felt comfortable with. He obviously did that for a reason and its glaring why he did so, in a much as everyone questioning it.

[Jennifer Coxon]

I’m not sure I agree with the companionship argument. I don’t recall seems of hugging and petting and I think Jarla would have been memorably scornful if she had caught Delvin in such an act. I think it was more for Freda’s usefulness as a cover for the act, or that she could do other things we’ve not seen yet.

[Sharill Rasowo]

I think it was because of Freda's connection to Borlock. I think she also provided solace and companionship to Devlin which was quite important to him. Animals, especially dogs, can be a great source of companionship.

[SweetSourSalty AndSpicy]

Freda, I believe, reminds Delvin of his late mentor. The rabbit's company appears to be a source of comfort. Not to mention, Freda is an essential part of the magic show.

[Yasmine M]

Freda the rabbit was very important to Delvin, he felt like protecting her at any cost. Besides he knew that almost everyone they met was keen to use Freda as dinner. Freda probably felt very attached to Delvin as well, that is why she refused to be set free when Delvin tried to, and she returned in her cage.

[Andrada Madalina]

I think that Delvin wanted Freda to accompany him on his journey to keep alive the connection between him and Borlock, but also out of a need for a comrade and guide, taking into account that he could no longer trust anyone after being accused of his friend's death. I admired his concern for the rabbit and how he used it to distract attention from the cart.

[Kelsey Roy]

Understandably, Delvin didn't trust many people. After all, his own friends and neighbors adamantly tried to hang him for a murder he did not commit. He loved Freda, and she was his connection to his dear friend Borlock. He wanted to make sure she was safe and taken care of by the only person who wouldn't let her down, himself.

[Sara Nóbrega Bartolomeu]

I agree. Delvin shared a bond with Freda and it was also a link to Borlock. I'm glad he took her with him - I liked her special role while "kidnapping" Fionella.