The many science fiction references throughout the novel and footnotes emphasize ( Yunior believes ) the fantastical elements of Dominican history .
Yunior thus builds the writing of the novel and his relationship with Oscar into the greater history of the Dominican Republic .
The many science fiction references throughout the novel and footnotes emphasize ( Yunior believes ) the fantastical elements of Dominican Republic history .
Yunior thus builds the writing of the novel and his relationship with Oscar into the greater history of the Dominican Republic .