Gus

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT THEMSELVES

WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT THEM

•He is the summit of the mountain – the casualty of the story. The motivation for everything and everyone.

•Loves everyone; brotherly sibling relationship with all other characters. Part of the family.

•He is the reason the war begins and the reason the war ends.

•Has a personal connection/relationship with everyone.

•Bromance: Gus & Josh. A lot of passion evident as they argue a lot

Is very accepting about his prognosis. Is resigned to his fate but wants to go out on his own terms.

•Respectful to others – doesn’t lie to them

•Very influential

•Doesn’t want to show favouritism – is this wisdom/maturity?

•Central character – top dog / “god like” figure •Self centred / selfish / egotistical

GUS

•Confides in Layna

•Closet homosexual? (Josh)

•He is the social glue in the ward – everyone has to prepare in one way or another for his departure. His •Very clear about his future and his timeline. departure will be real loss to everyone. LAYNA •Doesn’t requite her feelings •Will really be missed. •Feels she is a bit OTT •Doesn’t want to know about Layna’s love for him JOSH: Bromance:. A lot of passion evident as they argue a lot. •Almost a brotherly connection. •Is comfortable enough to use strong language around Josh. •Scared of telling people about his decision as he’s scared of letting people down. •Loves his mum very much and wants to do anything to make her happy. •Is quite often the peacekeeper between other members in the Retreat.

WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT OTHERS