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Part 4: Martin, April 2001
Themes
Key
LitCharts assigns a color and icon to each theme in I Will Always Write Back, which you can use to track the themes throughout the work.
Kindness and Generosity
Friendship
Family
Education
Summary
Analysis
In Pennsylvania, Caitlin feels vindicated by Martin’s amazing test scores, which prove he isn’t just some grifter. In March, Caitlin turns 16 and is finally able to drive her car. Damon, who has become Caitlin’s first serious boyfriend, meets her at the DMV when she’s getting her learner’s permit.
Caitlin is excited at the prospect of Martin coming to a U.S. university and potentially finally meeting him. She sends emails to colleges on Martin’s behalf, asking them to consider him.
This is perhaps the first time that Caitlin begins to seriously believe she will one day meet Martin in person. Like Martin, she realizes that Martin’s future will depend heavily on his education.
Themes
