The Fifth Wave Analysis

The Fifth Wave

Rick Yancey

In the book The Fifth Wave, it shows the point of view of many different characters, switching throughout the book. Within the chapters of the certain characters, it is in that characters point of view; therefore, it is first person. The way Rick Yancey sets this up is strategic, because it shows the reader what the characters are thinking. It also gives the reader a closer look at all of them, and gives the reader a chance to bond with all of them, instead of just one character. The main protagonist in the story is Cassie Sullivan. Cassie is important to the novel because the whole story revolves around her trying to save her brother, while also trying to keep herself alive and away from the aliens that are taking over the world. She is very dedicated; she won’t stop working until her promises are fulfilled. She is determined, not stopping until she can get to her brother. She is also very hopeful; she doesn’t know if her brother is still alive, but she has the hope he is still alive and that keeps her moving and working hard. Cassie’s brother is Sam Sullivan. Sam is only six years old and was taken away by the aliens. He is important to

We're here, and then we're gone, and it's not about the time we're here, but what we do with that time." (36.112) This shows how it is important for the people to make the best of their time, and fight for what they believe in. It helps Cassie keep fighting for her brother when Evan says this. Another important quote from Cassie Sullivan is: "There's only one way in, and that's the way Sammy took. You can't go. I have to… I'm going to get my little brother." (73.16-73.17) This shows how dedicated and hardworking Cassie is, especially when it comes to her little brother. She thinks that only she can save him, and doesn’t want any help. This shows how stubborn Cassie can be, and how she has a lot of trouble in trusting