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"Sonny's Blues is a story about two brothers, their past, and how their differences came between them. They were apart for several years while Sonny was in jail, but once he got out they had a chance to mend their pasts. "Sonny's Blues" is a well written story that teaches a lesson that has value in every day life.
The tone is melancholy and reminiscent. The brother is remembering the past and reflection on the mistakes he and Sonny made. He is sad over their fallout, Sonny's trouble with drugs, and the death of his daughter. He regrets that he wasn't able to keep Sonny out of trouble like he promised his mother he would do, as she had done with their father.
The point of view is first person selective, told from the perspective of the brother. He gives the best scenario of events because he was the only one besides his mother who knew the truth about his uncle and how his death affected their father. He was supposed to look after Sonny so nothing like that happened to......

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