The reader's first and easiest impression of Jake is the con artist. He shows this side of him the moment he and Mariana cross paths. For example, the instant he hits her Jake starts smooth talking her and giving a false impersonation of

Although Jake is easily seen as just a con artist, he also shows indication of being an innocent daydreamer. For example, in the early part of the story Jake is in traffic dreaming of an improved life (according to himself). He wishes that he had a fresh new car, with all the "extras" in it, and also a whole new standard of living. Jake wants to be

Another attitude that Jake shows is the secretive sadness that he hides. After going through his performance of telling Mariana lies to impress and deceive her, Jake feels a inner unhappiness. From the moment he saw her, Jake was attractive to her and wanted to try and get a date with her. Unfortunately, his priorities to get away without having to pay or notify the insurance companies came first and he had to give her false information. The author shows Jake's sadness when he says, "Back in his car he took a moment or two to feel both proud and s

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Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)