Can young adults identify with the main characters?
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I like that about Brimstone, as well. He’s an underdog who had to work really hard in his rise to the top.Katherine Smith wrote: ↑07 Dec 2017, 14:13 I think that young adults could relate to Brimstone especially because of the theme of bullying. I also believe that the background of Brimstone being an orphan who is discovering himself appeals to teenagers who are trying to figure out who they are. I like that Brimstone is not a stereotypical hero. He has his flaws and his struggles which make him a more realistic character.
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I agree with you. My immediate thought when considering whether or not young adults could relate, was that it is highly unfortunate that the reason I think they can isn’t a positive one. As far as whether or not a book can change the mindset of a bully, I can’t really say. I know people change over time, but unless they were already on their way to seeing the effects they have in those they bully, then I’m not convinced a book could change anything right away. It would certainly be nice if it helped, though.CommMayo wrote: ↑07 Dec 2017, 22:57 It seems so sad to me that the theme of bullying is one of the biggest reasons we think young adults will identify with the main characters. Do you think they can learn better ways to handle bullying from reading this book? On the other hand, do you think that kids who are guilty of being bullies might start to see the err of their ways because of this story?
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This book does that right off by placing Brimstone as Nova's apprentice. The apprentice position puts Brimstone in a category of respect, therefore Brimstone isn't expected to behave in the typically portrayed schoolboy manner. This is a teacher/student relationship that could include people of any age in either position; skill is the decision maker, not age.
As people, when we can look beyond age, we can treat others as humans based on their character and skill. This is what will make our society a better place.
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I agree with you on the importance of relatable characters. I usually can’t move forward with a book or series if the characters are not, in some way, relatable.
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I agree that we should look beyond age, as the manners of Brimstone and the other Crimson members do foster respect. However, I also think it’s important to remember their ages. While experiencing the mature obligations of heroic mages, these Crimson members are also dealing with the inner turmoils of their respective ages.ktrae910 wrote: ↑09 Dec 2017, 09:01 I have a hard time putting books in the Young Adult genre. I am 50 years old this year, and when I read books categorized as YA, I find that I enjoy the stories that are well written, with good/great character development, and that don't spend the entire story emphasizing the differences between 'adults' and 'children'.
This book does that right off by placing Brimstone as Nova's apprentice. The apprentice position puts Brimstone in a category of respect, therefore Brimstone isn't expected to behave in the typically portrayed schoolboy manner. This is a teacher/student relationship that could include people of any age in either position; skill is the decision maker, not age.
As people, when we can look beyond age, we can treat others as humans based on their character and skill. This is what will make our society a better place.
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