Elise
Elise asked Dianne K. Salerni:

Hi Mrs. Salerni, I have to write an essay on a character who showed leadership for school and I choose to write about Riley. I was hoping you would give me some tips or ways when Riley showed leadership? I already have 1 way but I need 3. Also, I loved your book! It was supper suspenseful at times and I couldn't put it down. I finished the whole book in 3 hours!

Dianne K. Salerni Hi, Elise! I'm so glad you enjoyed The Eighth Day, and I'm thrilled to hear I provided enough suspense for you to read it in 3 hours!

I'd be happy to help you with your assignment, but since I used to be a teacher (5th grade for 25 years) I know better than to just give you the examples. ;) I'll tell you where to look, though.

Look for Riley showing leadership with Jax in Chapters 4 and 6. He shows leadership with his clan in Chapter 27. And of course, he shows leadership in Chapter 37. Good luck on your essay! I wish I could read it!

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