Heroes didn't leap tall buildings or stop bullets with an outstretched hand; they didn't wear boots and capes. They bled, and they bruised, and their superpowers were as simple as listening, or loving. Heroes were ordinary people who knew that even if their own lives were impossibly knotted, they could untangle someone else's. And maybe that one act could lead someone to rescue you right back.
In Jodi Picoult's "Second Glance," the author redefines the concept of heroes by showcasing them as ordinary individuals rather than fantastical figures. These heroes do not possess supernatural abilities; instead, their strength lies in their capacity for empathy, love, and understanding. They endure hardships and emotional pain like everyone else but use their experiences to support others in need.
The essence of heroism, as depicted in the book, is rooted in...
