A Separate Piece by John Knowles

This story takes place where the narrator, Gene, returns to the Devon School in New Hampshire, where he was a student with his rebellious friend Finny almost 15 years ago, just as World War II was breaking out. This story takes an in depth look at the mind and relationship of two young boys and their growing respect for each other. Gene and Finny were roommates together when they became the best of friends yet they are two totally different people. Gene is someone who likes to obey the rules and focus mainly on his academics but what most do not know about Gene is that he is a very jealous…