Never Let Me Go 17

"The main thing is, I kept you and Tommy apart." Her voice had dropped again, almost to a whisper. "That was the worst thing I did." pg. 232

I was really surprised by this chapter. I never expected Ruth to mature to the level she did and to admit the things she'd done wrong. I actually became quite emotional when Ruth was about to complete. I think the moment Ruth and Kathy had was the perfect way for their relationship to end. Ruth finally let her guard down and there were no barriers between them. I'm really glad she admitted that Kathy and Tommy should be together. I'm also curious to see if the deferral process is real and if it is, if they are able to attain it. As much as I want Kathy and Tommy to get a deferral and live together for the rest of their lives, I don't foresee that happening. I just think that the process is too good to be true. Basically, I predict that it will be a tragic ending, but I hope that I'm wrong!

Brave New World 18

"I almost envy you, Mr. Watson." pg. 227

I was pretty surprised by this chapter. I never would have guessed that the Controller would have been so sympathetic and understanding. As I think about the reasoning behind the World State, I almost understand the purpose. I think that this world was created so that no one has to endure suffering or pain. It seems to me that the Nine Years' War was such a tragic event, that the survivors wanted to help the future generations. They didn't want people to have to experience something so horrible. Even though the people are being deprived from individuality, it is being done for the right reasons. Its not so much an evil cult, but a sort of parental protection for the young. Mustapha Mond sacrificed his life of curiosity so reign over the World State, to ensure that these people will be able to live a life of "happiness and stability." Then, for those like Helmholtz, there are secluded places where it is okay to be an individual and express ideas and thoughts. That is why Mustapha envies Watson. Mustapha knows that Watson is about to go embark on the life he has always dreamed about; however, he knows his duty is to preside over the World State.