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In a series, heroes grow older. They typically grow one year older in one novel, then time freezes. Heroes can also grow one year older in each novel when life-changing experiences are integral part of the plot (promotion, deaths, marriage, retirement, etc.)
Turning 18 in a YA novel is important to the character because it helps justify the increasing independence of the main character.
In a series, heroes grow older. They typically grow one year older in one novel, then time freezes. Heroes can also grow one year older in each novel when life-changing experiences are integral part of the plot (promotion, deaths, marriage, retirement, etc.)
Turning 18 in a YA novel is important to the character because it helps justify the increasing independence of the main character.