Thursday, May 31, 2018

What are some character traits for George Corrigan in Don't Look Behind You?

When Lois Duncan’s thrilling novel Don't Look Behind You begins, the Corrigan family is a stereotypical family. George Corrigan is an airline employee with a wife and two kids (April and Bram). However, one day everything changes, and April learns that her father doesn’t really work for an airline; instead, he works for the FBI. George’s current case has him working undercover in order to catch a well-known drug dealer. While testifying in court, a hitman, hired by the drug dealer, attempts to shoot George. At this point, the Corrigan family most enter The Witness Protection Program to ensure their safety.
George Corrigan is a caring father who accepts responsibility for the upheaval his family most face. April and Bram (now called Valerie and Jason) are not happy to give up their friends and life and move to Florida. The pressure on the family causes Mrs. Corrigan to begin drinking. George realizes that his actions are the cause of his family’s pain, but as the novel continues, he just wants to find ways to make sure that they stay safe.

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