The Pillowman: Act I

*****The Pillowman: Finally, something worth reading! Entertainment! Deliciousness.

Although I was waiting for Detectives Benson and Stabler to jump in and rescue Katurian during the interrogation, I was relieved when they didn't show up. I thoroughly appreciated the jumping from present to narrative. It's more my speed, reminiscent of a good thriller.

First story:
"The Little Apple Men" - So, like everyone else, I was shocked by how gruesome the tale turned out to be. I certainly wasn't expecting it to turn out like a bad Trick or Treating experience. What do I think it means? Well, initially I thought that perhaps the message behind the story was to heed suggestions or face serious consequences. Then I thought maybe the message was the things/people you foster may be the ones who turn on you. I'm not sure which, if either, is the correct interpretation. After reading thus far, there may not even be any rhyme or reason. I guess I'll find out tonight in class.

Second story:
"The Three Gibbett Crossroads" - The obvious: being punished for a crime you don't know you committed. That sucks. After reading the novel the only connection I could find between this story is Katurian adding fuel to the fire by unwillingly letting his brother in on his twisted world. He provided an outlet for him to release his years of frustration onto other children, as he once had been, with the stories as a guideline for his murders.