Chapter 14

1. Jake struggles with his demons at night. How does this represent the allusion of his name?

2. Discuss the significance of the following: “I had been having Brett for a friend. I had been getting something for nothing. That only delayed the presentation of the bill. The bill always came” (152). What does this show about Jake’s current system of values? How does this square with the count’s view on values? Remember this scene when you later must understand why Jake makes certain sacrifices for Brett Ashley and you have to consider what it costs him.