Blog Post #5: Mood

     The mood that I get from my book by Chris Crutcher in "Deadline" is somewhat sad but also inspiring. The main character, Ben knows he is going to die and it's just a matter of time. But, he never gives up or feels sorry for himself. That's why he doesn't want to tell anyone. He doesn't want special treatment. Ben made it as a starter on the football team because of his hard work and dedication. Yet nobody knows he is slowly dying. Not even his brother, the starting quarterback. The mood of my book reminds me of the many experiences I've dealt with that had to do with dieseases and death. But the story inspires me to live everyday like it's my last. That is why I kind of feel sad, but I am also inspired by my book "Deadline".