(claim)In the novel Tangerine by Edward Bloor, the main protagonist Paul is characterized as a shy introvert with a certain knack for seeing the truth about people. (Evidence)Early in the novel, on page 4, Paul thinks to himself,"But I can see, I can see everything. I can see things Mom and Dad can't. Or won't". (Commentary)Paul's dialogue foreshadows the eventual revealing of unpleasant realities later in the novel while also shedding light on his hyper-observant and perceptive nature. Edward Bloor chooses to write Paul in the first person point-of-view which gives the audience an insider look at this fascinating character. As Paul ponders on page 35,"I quietly took my place in line...everyone seemed to be depressed...I wonder if that was
