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55 pages 1 hour read

Midnight at the Electric

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2017

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Symbols & Motifs

Electricity, the Holy Grail, and Science

The symbols of the Holy Grail, electricity, and life-extending science collectively represent the concept of everlasting life. Each symbol encapsulates the characters’ quest for continuity and permanence, which is contrasted by the transience of life.

The Holy Grail in Lenore’s narrative embodies the timeless quest for eternal life. It is a mythical object, and Lenore’s association with the Holy Grail highlights her longing and wish to reverse death and end her grief. Electricity in Catherine’s story also symbolizes eternal life and her sacrifices made for Beezie.

A few references are made to new medical science which can extend the human life in Adri’s timeline, a kind of futuristic Holy Grail. This science epitomizes the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of human civilization. It is through scientific endeavors that Adri envisions a future on Mars, which represents the continuation of humanity beyond Earth.

Together, these symbols contribute to The Interconnectedness of Human Experience Across Time, illustrating the enduring human desire to transcend the limitations of mortality, leaving a legacy that persists beyond their lifetime.

Lily’s SUV

Lily’s SUV symbolizes the theme of Environmental Destruction for the Sake of Progress, emphasizing the consequences of human actions on the planet.

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