A Separate Peace by John Knowles, Gene Forrester the main protagonist in the the novel is a dynamic character because he changes throughout the the story. Gene’s first transformation occurs when Finny and him become best friends and he becomes a more sociable and outgoing person. Gene supports Finny’s ideas and helps him start a club, he also changes by participating in social events and joining academic clubs. Gene’s second transformation is him becoming emotionally entangled,humble, and remorseful. Gene is a dynamic character because his attitude toward Phineas changes throughout the story. He struggles with his emotions between adoration and envy toward his best friend. The resolution of the story occurs when Gene expresses sincere