Do you like how Ron has had multiple relationships? Why or why not?
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Do you like how Ron has had multiple relationships? Why or why not?
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I agree with this, but I don't think he went into those relationships to "bring out the best in him", though. I think it was only coincidence that he met those women and eventually got attracted to them—that's all it is. I understand that you enjoyed the book less, though. The author needs to resort to something else to make the character more interesting.maiiii_maii wrote: ↑02 Nov 2020, 20:59 I don't think one needs multiple relationships in order to bring out the best in him.
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I wouldn't say Ron is engaged in multiple serious relationship. He was never into it that deep, not until he had a project in mind where he met his business mentor. He might have had an interest in different women but not to a fruitful extent.maiiii_maii wrote: ↑02 Nov 2020, 20:59 In the story, Ron has one relationship after the other. On my part, it dampened my interest in the story. I don't think one needs multiple relationships in order to bring out the best in him. What do you guys think?
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Ron must have been naive in the beginning. He always wanted something or someone to connect with. And as an orphan he was lacking in attention and loneliness was a constant issue. I think this is the reason he clings so fast to whoever he meets. Do you have a different opinion?lavkathleen wrote: ↑03 Nov 2020, 03:19I agree with this, but I don't think he went into those relationships to "bring out the best in him", though. I think it was only coincidence that he met those women and eventually got attracted to them—that's all it is. I understand that you enjoyed the book less, though. The author needs to resort to something else to make the character more interesting.maiiii_maii wrote: ↑02 Nov 2020, 20:59 I don't think one needs multiple relationships in order to bring out the best in him.
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I believe the multiple interactions revealed Ron's true nature and his behavior towards those he had love for, made the narrative interesting. I cannot find anything wrong with the relationships, what fascinated me is how fast he fell in love. The occasion where he meets Regina ends up with him falling in love.Muvokav wrote: ↑05 Nov 2020, 07:37 I agree with this, but I don't think he went into those relationships to "bring out the best in him". I also understand that even in real life not everyone finds "the one" on one try , so I can not fault him for this. Ron's numerous relationships did not make me enjoy the book any less.
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I haven't thought of it that way, but I agree with you—it makes sense. Now that you mentioned it, I realized I can relate with Ron a little. But then again, don't we all need and crave that connection with someone?Joseph_ngaruiya wrote: ↑05 Nov 2020, 01:58Ron must have been naive in the beginning. He always wanted something or someone to connect with. And as an orphan he was lacking in attention and loneliness was a constant issue. I think this is the reason he clings so fast to whoever he meets. Do you have a different opinion?lavkathleen wrote: ↑03 Nov 2020, 03:19I agree with this, but I don't think he went into those relationships to "bring out the best in him", though. I think it was only coincidence that he met those women and eventually got attracted to them—that's all it is. I understand that you enjoyed the book less, though. The author needs to resort to something else to make the character more interesting.maiiii_maii wrote: ↑02 Nov 2020, 20:59 I don't think one needs multiple relationships in order to bring out the best in him.
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What I didn't like as much was the fact that Ron didn't fall in love with Regina. He had a crash on her when they first met but his zeal diminished with time. Part of the reason he is able to stand up into a real relationship with Sheila is because of his improved self awarenesses. I also agree that the relationships weren't numerous.valeriejane wrote: ↑05 Nov 2020, 19:30 I liked that the book had an aspect of romance. I think it made Ron more vulnerable and believable. Over 15 years, it was not that many women. He also respected his marriage vows, so the relationships were positive.
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