Picture Us in the Light

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2018

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Summary

Background

Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Prologue-Chapter 5

Chapters 6-12

Chapters 13-20

Chapters 21-28

Character Analysis

Themes

Symbols & Motifs

Important Quotes

Essay Topics

How is Danny Cheng characterized by his relationships in Picture Us in the Light? Why does he cherish friendship so much, and what does this add or detract from his characterization?

How does Danny’s experience with Mr. X provide a formative moment in his life? How does the image of Mr. X develop over time? What is Kelly Loy Gilbert’s message about racism and belonging?

Explain the importance of art in Danny’s life. How does his identity as an artist help propel and sometimes regress his character development?