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Craig silvey author6/28/2023 ![]() ![]() The transition from childhood to adulthood, the true darkness of humanity, and appearance vs reality are themes that recur constantly during Jasper Jones. Throughout the novel, Charlie’s coming of age and awakening to the harsh real world is very similar to what modern-day teenagers experience. This novel deals with issues that are relevant to contemporary readers, despite being set in the 1960s.Ĭharlie Buckti n is easily the most real, relatable and important character there is. It is a significant contributor to the engaging and relevant young adult fiction that is currently available. Craig Silvey’s critically acclaimed novel Jasper Jones could have been another cliché story about the budding relationship between Charlie and Eliza, but Silvey managed to tie romance, crime and coming of age all into one. ![]()
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