I like Johnny because I think he shows a kid who has been through it all, but he never loses his sweetness and selflessness. Okay, he kills a guy, but he does it to save his friend and feels guilt about it. He saves those children from the fire; he later says those kids deserved life more than him. I think it shows how he's seen all the bad in the world and lost the innocence and that he wants to protect others from going through the same. I also find it very sad; maybe he thinks his life isn't worthy because of his parents saying so, etc? I am endeared to him because of his vulnerability and how he never loses his caring for others even at the hardest times. Sorry for the dissertation!
posted over a year ago
Nice! You know, I much prefer the long dissertations that actually understand the story than short little sentances that say nothing at all like, "JOHNNY CADE YOU ARE SO HOT!!!!". Thank you!
He’s been through so much, but he never lets it get to him, and never uses it as a crutch. He remains kind despite his poor home life. Plus he’s a pretty sympathetic character.
