In the novel "The Transit of Venus" by Shirley Hazzard, the character Grace holds on to the hope that the right words exist to connect with Dora, despite the apparent failure to find them so far. This suggests a belief in the power of language and communication to bridge emotional gaps.

Contrastingly, Caro understands that Dora's situation is more complicated. To her, it is a state that transcends mere words, indicating that it requires professional help or possibly a spiritual resolution. This distinction highlights the theme of different perceptions of intervention needed for emotional and mental struggles.