Chapters 5 and 6 are the only portions of the book where Gilda is seen in the same location. I feel that in doing this, Gomez marked a turning point in the story for Gilda. The Gilda that first arrived in New York City in 1971 is much different than the one that leaves in 1981. This is because she gains a new perspective on her life as a vampire.
In Chapter 5, we see that Gilda is in search of companionship and still struggling to fit in. Although she does form an eternal bond with Julius by changing him into one of her own, it is in Chapter 6 that we really see Gilda find herself. She finds happiness with her singing career, and becomes quite close with Ayeesha and her group of friends, for they are supportive of her music and remind her of the women at Woodard’s.
Gilda’s interaction with Effie though is perhaps the most significant part of the chapter. After discovering Effie is also a vampire, Gilda and her instantly connect. Effie helps Gilda recognize that as much as she wants to fit in with her human friends, she must understand that her life as a vampire is separate. When Gilda agrees to move to Effie’s home in New Hampshire, this shows that Gilda has finally realized that she cannot keep trying to be human.
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