Annas story

Anna’s Story


Anna’s Story written by Bronwyn Donaghy describes Anna Wood’s short life, by taking an ecstasy tablet at a rave. Bronwyn Donaghy interviewed her friends, family members and numerous professionals in order to write the story. The techniques used are to convince the reader to believe drugs are dangerous and harmful. Structure and selection of detail effectively manages to influence the readers such as, parents and teenage children. The book also informs the reader about factual information, referring to drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. Both techniques in the text, influences many readers and brings the audience closer to the event, which makes the story emotional and personal. This response encourages the reader to keep reading.
The structure of Anna’s Story has a substantial effect on the audience. Personal anecdotes are used to reflect people’s opinions on drugs and their relationship with Anna. Each of Anna’s friends all state that they are her “be...