Problem
Our reading of the novel takes us to the conclusion. We see the nature of the marital relationship between Rasheed and Mariam culminate in a disturbing scene. There are two elements that I want you to explore in this discussion forum. First, recall the quote that earlier concludes Chapter One. How does Nana's cautionary warning reflect the developments that take place in Chapters Nine through Fifteen? Secondly, what is the symbolic significance of the way that Rasheed brutalizes Mariam in this concluding scene?