Bridge to Terabithia (1977), by Katherine Paterson is a coming-of-age, heart-wrenching but exciting book about Jesse Aarons and Leslie Burke who rule an imaginative land called Terabithia to escape the pressures of school, bullies and family. In the novel, Leslie’s friendship acts as a guide for Jesse as he faces these challenges and difficulties of adolescence. Leslie helps Jesse grow and develop as a person. Her words of advice give him the courage and confidence to conquer his foes and her friendship fosters his imaginative growth.
Jesse becomes more courageous and confident by facing his rivals,