Analyzing the plot structure of a book begins with the reader'sinterpretation of the first few pages. Capturing the reader'sattention early, whether it is with a description of the setting,details of an event, or the introduction of main characters, is awriter's most important tool. In order to follow, analyze, andunderstand the book's main plot, the reader must be able tounderstand the personalities of the characters, what motivates eachcharacter, and how they interract with one another.