Originally Posted by graceofbass

Hmm... I read the series over the summer, and something that teens might be able to relate to is the feeling of not being in control even though you want to be, and making decisions for yourself. (This next part proves how bad my memory is) I can't remember the name of the Druid, but I remember him always trying to point all the "good guys" in the right direction, but mostly leaving the decision making up to them, and everyone was always saying how manipulative the Druid was and he shouldn't be trusted. Good luck, this sounds like a tough assignment. (So glad I am out of high school)

Originally Posted by GDwarf

Heh, no.

A key part of the book's plot is of the main characters growing up and, to a lesser extent, figuring out where they fit in the world.


It's pretty standard in fantasy books ever since Tolkein did it (sorta) with Frodo and (moreso) Sam.