Sing, Unburied, Sing
by Jesmyn Ward
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Sing, Unburied, Sing: Tone 1 key example

Definition of Tone

The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical or mournful, praising or critical, and so on. For instance... read full definition
The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical or mournful, praising or critical... read full definition
The tone of a piece of writing is its general character or attitude, which might be cheerful or depressive, sarcastic or sincere, comical... read full definition

Key Examples in Sing, Unburied, Sing

Tone
Explanation and Analysis:

The novel’s tone shifts depending on both the narrator and their current state of mind. Jojo’s chapters are the most straightforward. The way he recounts events mostly feels steady and thoughtful. Everything he does is filtered through his need to take care of Kayla and to keep his family together. Jojo’s voice can feel very pessimistic, as he’s learned to distrust whatever promises Leonie and adults like her make.