The theme of adoption can be explored by showing Barry's inner conflict. He could wonder about his biological parents while also loving his adopted family deeply. For example, he might find an item that belonged to his birth parents and it stirs up a lot of emotions. Another way is through his relationships. His friends could have different reactions to his adoption status, some being very supportive and others being a bit clueless. This can highlight how adoption is perceived in society.
Well, without more details, it's hard to say exactly who he is in the context of the ghost story. He could be the protagonist who experiences the ghostly events.
I'm not sure if there is a specific 'bang' related directly to a book by Barry Lyga in his stories. It could potentially be a very specific reference within one of his works that I'm not familiar with. You might want to check his official website or a detailed book review site for more information.
As far as I remember, in 'A Christmas Story' there was no character named Barry. The main characters were Ralphie, his family members like his mother, father, and his little brother. There were also the school bully and the Santa at the department store, but no Barry that I can think of.
Not necessarily. Barry might draw some inspiration from real life, but it's likely to have been embellished or fictionalized for dramatic effect. Many stories like this take liberties to make them more engaging.
The connection could lie in the way they both aim to touch the hearts of those who listen, evoking deep emotions related to love. Maybe the lyrics or the melody patterns have some similarities that make them resonate in a comparable way for some people.