Rhetorical Devices In Rebecca Godfrey's Under The Bridge

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Shallom Mebrahtom Ms.Collins ENG4UI 8 March 2024 Unravelling Mysteries in “Under the Bridge” Rebecca Godfrey’s book Under the Bridge effectively uses rhetorical devices to create a story that both captivates and challenges readers. While analyzing the effects of these elements, the author intends to see Josephine as a potentially sinister individual, hinting at her role in Reena’s murder. This is evident when I look closely at the alliteration that refers to Josephine, as “a twisted little troublemaker” (Godfrey 10) and the vivid imagery that describes Josephine as “a devious girl in repose” (Godfrey 68). Godfrey skillfully sets the ground for an exciting story twist by drawing our attention to Josephine, which keeps us in suspense about what