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Homer Yannos
Character development of Homer Yannos Throughout ‘Tomorrow when the war began.

Homer Yannos is best friends with Ellie, who is the protagonist in ‘Tomorrow when the war began.’ Written by John Marsden. The novel was published in 1993 and the genre is young adult action. Seven teenagers decide to go camping during the school holidays, determined to be more independent. Suddenly when their homeland is invaded, Homer is forced to grow up a little earlier that intended. Leaving the irresponsible joker as the reliable leader. As everything around them changes, Homer will guide his friends to safety in the depths of ‘Hell’.

Having an older brother, Homer often had to fight for his attention and continues to do so. Getting it by playing practical …show more content…
You instantly recognises the brotherly bond they share as they are more relaxed around each other and constantly compete “Homer and I had spent all our free time together when we were little, and we were still close…” Ellie on page 16. Homer is all about individualism and is quick to voice his opinions. He tends to act before he thinks as well and doesn’t consider the consequences as displayed in his latest escapade before the camp “He’d just been caught pouring a line of solvent across the road and lighting it from his hiding place when a car got close…” Ellie on page 13. Homer may seem confident but he is actually quite insecure, establishing a false reputation as a disrespectful and insensitive ‘guys guy’ to gain popularity and fit …show more content…
The teens decide to fight back against the antagonists, becoming a guerrilla group, using ‘hit and run’ tactics often planned by Homer. The schemes are so wild however are quite simple to carry out, using everyday objects just like Homer used in his practical jokes. Making his previous experience in jokes particular useful. Homer however becomes more mature throughout the book, not wanting to put his friends at risk, he begins to take things more seriously. “That was Homer’s genius. He combined action with thought, and he planned ahead.” Ellie on page
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