The Comparison of the theme "Growing Up" in the novels "The Book of Ruth" by Jane Hamilton and "Snow Falling on Cedars" by David Guterson.

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…t lessons about life and were able to overcome obstacles in order to apply these lessons to their lives. They both grow up a considerable amount throughout the course of the novels and this coming of age is what makes them more mature, and stronger individuals. The barriers that Ruth and Ishmael faced initiated a string of events that caused them to take responsibility for their actions and in the end, make them better people.