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The Character Of Maisie In Faceless
The antagonist of Faceless by Alyssa Sheinmel is a teenage girl named Maisie, who goes through a devastating accident that alters her life indefinitely. Five adjectives that best describe her are bold, persistent, courageous, strong and intelligent.
Maisie is introduced in the beginning of the book as a normal girl, but as the storyline progresses she must face a very unique circumstance. Maisie undergoes experimental face transplant surgery after a tree struck by lightening hits her. A few days after the procedure, she is horrified with the results and dreads the idea of seeing family, friends and acquaintances. Maisie must overcome the way she looks on the outside to appreciate herself and find new ways to cherish life. Through her road
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