A Seperate Peace, is a novel about about an accident that irrevocably changes the life of two boys - Gene and Finny - in the mmidst of war torn England. Stunning in its overdose of internal turmoil, A Separate Piece is a reflection of a young boy growing up in turbulent circumstances. Unfortunately that's about all the things that I liked. I like Gene's constant turmoil, his love yet hate of Finny and his inner battles about his true nature. Being an introspective person, I really understand his feelings and almost feel intruiged by them - human psychology at its peak. Gene is so conflicted, so human, so almost evil, that I can't help but be swayed by him. Finny on the other hand, is innocent, popular, and perfect - a flawless role model. Almost boring, but what happens to him during this book is quite engaging. 
 However, the downside is Knowle's writing. The book is almost all about introspective struggles, and appeals to emotions or emotions represented in actions. The loss of innocence, rite of passage of the boys is utterly reminscient of anyone's childhood, and the whole of life. Undenibly thoughtful and eloquent, A Seperate Peace is interesting, yet lacks a hook to catch readers and bring them in. 
 Almost too well done in introspective-ness, it's a jewel that's easily overlooked and hard to see. Perhaps I can't see the whole brilliance, but A Seperate Peace is a novel worthy of being read.