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One connotation from Dead Man Walking is when they say "death row." Although it is an actual place in a prison, it is also a connection between life and death. This affects the reader by forcing them to understand the full thoughts and emotions that the prisoners are feeling when in the place. Two other examples could be "The chair." When referring to the electric chair and "victims' families."

The style of this book is formal. The writer is talking in first person, but still seems to be formal. The tone is emotional; the more she talks to the prisoner and connects with him, the more emotion she feels for his situation. The book does not really use that much humor.

The main character of dead man walking is attempting to find out more about the prisoner she is writing too. She is currently reading the report of what happened around the time the prisoner and his brother killed the couple. She wants to connect with him but is conflicted with remember that he is a murderer.

The author seems to be credible enough. Her religion largely shapes the beginning of the book as she talks about how her prayers have changed as she gains experience and perspective on life.