The Bone Cage- Theme

After reading this book it was clear the theme was passion. The two main characters, Sadie and Digger, display passion for not only their dream of a gold medal but for the companions in their lives. Right at the beginning it shows how determined they are when competing in the Olympic trials. Neither of them gave up and the thoughts that went through there mind just inspired me and probably many other readers because you can just see how bad they wanted the win- they were so passionate about what they were doing. Even through the ordinary routines, the intense workouts, the overwhelming physical, psychological, and emotional commitment, they’re passion still remained. Sadie’s strong affection exceeds the world of swimming when her grandma falls ill and Digger’s passion can be seen outside the wresting mats after his best friend becomes severely depressed. This happens about mid way of the book and here again I found that there emotion was so strong for the family member and friend that it just constantly inspired me. When the athletes’ paths fatefully cross, the passion in their relationship allows them to deal with the realization that they are both near the end of a life’s dream. Throughout the book both athletes questioned what would happen at the end when they had nothing to train for. Now with them having each other and truly falling for each other, they’ve realized they will always have each other. Therefore I believe the theme is beyond determination and drive and it is really the passion behind everything that have them the ability to commit.