Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand- 11/26/14

Currently, the main character, Louis, is struggling with the danger that comes with war because he has just been deployed to Hawaii as an Air Force bomber. He has witnessed many close friends die in planes and realized the danger that comes with flying these planes. Although, he is eager to support America, he also fears he will not return home. When the story began, Louis was only a child growing up in a small town in California. He was mischievous and could be caught stealing food from various neighbors and shops around town. Eventually, he became known for his fast getaways and numerous heists. Meanwhile, Louis was also doing poorly in school and did not have many friends that were good influences on him. When his brother discovered he had a talent for running, it completely transformed Louis' life. He began focusing on excelling on the track instead of stealing from his neighbors. His determination on the track transferred to school were he improved his grades and became quite popular among his classmates. Louis' brother refocussing Louis' attention to running gave him a purpose and made him want to work harder in all aspects of his life.