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Charlie Feehan's Faith In Maze Runner
In the novel Runner by Robert Newton, it becomes highly noticeable that Charlie Feehan had strong faith in Squizzy Taylor as a possible mentor, as Charlie had lost his father at a very young age. Mr Redmond was another important character who helps Charlie he is like a father figure as well. Charlie needed a father figure who can guide him and his family through tough times.

Squizzy Taylor plays a important role in Charlie’s life. Since Charlie works for him he took care of him and his family. When Ma had been assaulted by Peacock he went to Peacock’s house and sorted him out. Squizzy. When Charlie first met Squizzy Taylor, Charlie found him easy to be around. Charlie admires him, and this opinion is improved when Squizzy fixes the race so

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