Hanson stated that Marianne tries to convince herself that her feelings for Mick is just "sisterly warmth" and that she loves Ellis. The two brothers have very different characteristics which both appeal to Marianne.
Hanson describes Marianne as attempting to rationalize her affection for Mick by attributing it to a sisterly bond, while simultaneously acknowledging her love for Ellis. The two brothers possess distinct characteristics that appeal to Marianne.