The 1st time that I can remember ever relating to a fictional character was when I read "The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle" by AVI.  I was in the 4th grade, and I remember wanting to be daring, courageous, and brave like Charlotte.  I think it was the fastest I had ever read a book in my life.  My mom had given it to me for my birthday, and I ( Read more... )