As the story progresses, the author provides subtle hints, which seem to suggest that Perry is unsure of his sexual identity. Although Perry has dated several girls and nearly married one, his behavior towards Dick seems to imply that he is attracted to Dick in a more than a friendly way. When describing his partner in crime, Perry uses words that suggest a physical attraction such as “Smooth. Smart” (97). Perry repeatedly uses these kinds of words leading the reader to conclude that Perry admires Dick in a physical or sexual way. In addition, Capote encourages the reader to think of Perry in a sexual manner when he continuously references Perry’s feminine, quiet voice and his loopy and neat handwriting. At one point Capote describes the detective’s reaction to Perry’s signature: “The ornateness of it, the mannered swoops and swirls, surprised him” (176). While Perry is a mysterious cold-blooded murderer he also seems to have an artistic, feminine side. This feminine side allows for a connection to be made between Capote and Perry. While both men are manipulative they also both posses a soft and feminine side.