Sharon Li Ms Strauss ENG 1D1 OCT, 21 Mary Maloney Mary Maloney is shown to be dependent, caring, and smart. These characteristics make her a contradictory character. Firstly, Mary Maloney is a housewife who is deeply in love with her mate, and it results in that she is also very dependent on her husband. Mary Maloney loves Patrick and his company, she cares no more than happy and peaceful life with her husband. “For her, this was always a wonderful time of a day. […] She was satisfied to sit quietly, enjoying his company after longhorns alone in the house” (Dahl 1) Mary Maloney Devoted her life to her husband as Patrick is the centre of her life. Despite of the long hours that she spent alone, her day is always filled with joy because of the presence of her husband. Secondly, Mary Maloney lives her life trying to satisfy her husband. She feels content when serving her husband food …show more content…
She tried again. "Hello, Sam" she said brightly, aloud. The voice sounded peculiar, too. "I want some potatoes, Sam. Yes, and perhaps a can of bean.s." That was better.” (Dahl 2) Mary Maloney is very clear and calm. Her mind works in a very quick manner. She has the ability to think carefully and logically after she killed Patrick. Mary Maloney quickly thinks of a way to get rid of the murder weapon. She tries to persuade the policeman to ear the lamb leg, which is the weapon. “all good friends of Patrick's, […]helping to catch the man who killed him. You must be very hungry by now […]and I know that Patrick would never forgive me if I let you stay in the house without offering you anything to eat.” (Dahl 3) Mary Maloney uses her knowledge as a policeman’s wife to recognize the importance of an successful alibi. She hide the murder weapon in a intelligent way. Mary Maloney is a very cunning person. She kills her husband out of impulse. After that, unlike normal people who will stressed and panic, she is really chill and manages to think of a