Analyzing The Multi-Narrative And Biopic Slants In Jodi Picoult'S My Sister’S Keeper

Authors

  • Dr. Hassan Bin Zubair, PhD English (Literature), Head of English Department (BS Programs), Superior College Mian Channu (Pakistan)
  • Ayesha Sajid Durrani, Lecturer, Department of English, The Government Sadiq College Women's University Bahawalpur. (Pakistan)
  • Itrat Zahra M.Phil English (Literature), Department of English, The Government Sadiq College Women University Bahawalpur (Pakistan)

Abstract

This research explores the connections between decision, mental health, and emotional well-being. The relationship between Anna and Sara Fitzgerald in Jodi Picoult's novel My Sister's Keeperpresents a  unique view of psychoanalytic themes. This analysis helps elucidate the psychological conflict of the protagonists, integrating Freudian theory with close readings of the text derived from  both literary and psychoanalytic criticism. In the story of My Sister’s Keeper, by Jodi Picoult Kate’s parents conceived a child through genetic engineering, to be a donor for their elder daughter Kate. Anna was that unlucky child who had endured numerous medical procedures to support Kate’s battle against leukemia. In Jodi Picoult’s My Sister’s Keeper,the author provides insight into the inner lives of each family member like Sara's dedication to saving Kate's life, Brian's ethical consequences of choices, Jesse's struggles to face guilt and shame, and Anna concern about the possession of her body. This Novel My Sister’s Keeper by Jodi Picoult, basically comprised fundamental questions about medical ethics, genetic engineering as well as human rights. Ultimately, My Sister’s Keeper is a powerful exploration of human nature through its well-craftedcharacters, moral dilemmas, and several thought-provoking themes.

Keywords: Psychoanalytical, Values, Society, Prejudices, Freedom, Attention.

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Published

2025-05-10

How to Cite

Dr. Hassan Bin Zubair, Ayesha Sajid Durrani, & Itrat Zahra. (2025). Analyzing The Multi-Narrative And Biopic Slants In Jodi Picoult’S My Sister’S Keeper. Policy Journal of Social Science Review, 3(4), 610–618. Retrieved from https://policyjssr.com/index.php/PJSSR/article/view/252