1. Jerry Renault from The Chocolate War by Robert Comier: He’s the first character that comes to mind when I think about this topic. I think the fact that it’s one of the most challenged books has something to do with this!
2. T.J. Jones from Whale Talk by Chris Crutcher: T.J. cares about what is right and tries to do the right thing even when it’s hard.
3. Chris Crutcher: The man is one of the most challenged authors yet he continues to do what he loves. He’s also a great champion for banned books (as in he fights to keep them on the shelves 😉
4. Peeta from The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins: I feel like Peeta is the one who really the rebel. Katniss may be the face of the revolution but Peeta is the one who challenged her.
5. Ponyboy Curtis from The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton: He isn’t content to just stay where he’s told. He looks for more.
6. Robin Hood: Stealing from the rich to give to the poor and all that jazz.
7. Katsa from Graceling by Kristen Cashore: Katsa goes against her uncle to do what she believes in. Plus she’s tough 😉
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