* The shark attack: The shark attack is another climax of the novel because it is the moment when Makoto finally decides to fight back against his fears. After being attacked by the shark, he realizes that he has the strength to overcome his enemies, both real and imagined.
* The reunion with his mother: The reunion with his mother is the final climax of the novel because it is the moment when Makoto finally finds the peace that he has been searching for. As he forgives his mother and lets go of the past, he is able to move on with his life and start a new future.