Essay Questions

What is sarcastic about the character Amy?

Amy is portrayed by the author as someone who is trying to save the very people who are betraying her. According to the provided revelation, Amy is supposed to conquer Zero. In her lifetime, Amy is mistreated and treated as a slave by her people. Her dignity and personality are taken away while living in the ship under despondent conditions. Ironically, when she is restored to life, she still wants to defeat zero and defend the same people who have made her a slave before. The character Amy is a depiction of the real life in which people are not thankful for the sacrifices of others. Some people spend sleepless nights to protect and provide for their loved ones but what they get in return is ridicule and betrayal.

Are the ‘remnants’ metaphorically used by the author in The City of Mirrors?

During the advent of the apocalypse, the reader expects everything to be destroyed. The apocalypse is atrocious and it aims at clearing both humanity any other existing object. The remaining remnants are metaphorical in the sense that they represent the existence of the supreme power. The events in this novel refresh the brain of the reader to remember the Biblical literature during the apocalyptic period. Some of the old testament prophets such as Ezekiel prophesied that the apocalyptic period could be atrocious to humanity because it represents the fury of the Creator.

How do the major characters in this novel demonstrate their undying love for humanity?

Characters such as Peter, Michael, and Amy are giving away their lives to fight for the wellbeing of humanity. These characters are dedicated to destroying the Zombies that are becoming a big threat to human life. For instance, instead of running away, Peter and Michael take a bold decision to stay still and face the enemy for the sake of human salvation. When Peter is bitten by one of the Zombies, Amy is quick to donate her blood to save him. Despite Amy being subjected to miserable conditions in the ship, when her life is restored, she continues to fight Zombies to save human lives.