PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Two of the characters that had it out for each other in the novel The Dogs Of Winter would have to be Mishka and 'Him.' At the beginning of the story He strolls into Mishka's life because Mishka's Mum, Anya, started dating Him after her Mother, Babushka Ina, tragically died. He dominates the house and eventually gets rid of Anya. Here are some quotes that show this well.
Quote 1.
(Page 8)
'If I had known He would come, I never would have unlocked the door. Ever.'
Quote 2.
(Page 9)
'He stayed with cigarettes and bottles of vodka and his scuffed boots next to her bed.'
Quote 3.
(Page 10)
'He cuffed her on the head. I had never seen anyone strike my mother.'
Quote 4.
(Page 11)
'Another crash. The sound of shoving, angry feet on the floor. You stupid woman! A slap. "Don't! A crash. A scream. A thud. A moan. Quiet.'
Quote 5.
(Page 22)
'He grabbed me, twisting my arm. Come on, you brat.'
