Montana 1948 In the Novel "Montana 1948" by Larry Watson, there are many points in the book that we find Wes in a situation that requires a decision. The actions and choices that he makes reflect upon him and the story. Things like what gun he carries, when to look away from a crime, and when to turn in your own brother make the reader learn more about him. In turn we percieve him to be the …showed first 75 words of 667 total…

…showed last 75 words of 667 total…His choice not to turn his brother in in the first place was a mistake. The sexual assault of one person is enough to go to jail, but Frank was known for sexually assaulting many women, this was even more cause for alarm. Wes's hesitance lead to the death of Marie. He made a mistake that he cant be blamed for because he didnt know and that doesnt make him less than a decent person.