Final product should demonstrate lots of direct evidence/quotations from the novel and other supporting sources. Perhaps explain the role gender plays into these relationships, how strong friendships can make you blind to whats right in front of you. The research paper should aim to unravel the dynamics of strong relationships within the narrative, dissecting their influence on character development and the choices characters make throughout the story. Show the intricate portrayal of friendships and relationships serves as a central theme that not only enhances character development but also explores the complexities of loyalty, sacrifice, betrayal, and the enduring power of human connections.
Some sources that could be used:
Waters, Martha. Gender’s Role In the Expression of Friendship In Young Adult Literature. 2014. https://doi.org/10.17615/266q-yw38
Compton, Lacy Ann. “A Girl’s Best Friend?: Implications of Friendship on Female Self-Identity in Young Adult Literature.” Texas State University, 2008.