In chapter five, when Gilda decides to turn Julius into a vampire I believe that it was an act of selfishness. Yes, she does like him but that does not mean he should be turned into a vampire. It also is not fair that in the process of turning a human Gilda cannot ask them if they want to or not, they must decide after they realize what is going on. I find it creepy that she goes into Julius's apartment while he is sleeping. I know that is how vampires are, but its strange. Julius may like Gilda, but he might not like knowing she can come into his apartment unannounced at any time.
I feel as though Gilda thinks she can do whatever she wants. Her decision about Julius was too rushed. Even afterward she told Bird she has brought them a brother, which reinstates that fact that all Gilda wants is a family. Then she says how he won't leave her side unlike Bird, maybe she is trying to make a point that he will be a better lover to her. Also just because she has brought a new vampire into the world does not make up for the humans she has killed. If anything she has killed another, Julius is now neither dead nor living.
Interesting opinions, Laura. What about the fact that while Gilda is changing Julius she listens to his thoughts, saying that if he changes his mind she will stop the change? Does Gilda so whatever she wants? Is not she much more ethical as compared to other vampires and as compared to humans as well? In future posts try to find specific examples/passages from the book to discuss and analyze in connection with your opinions.
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