Magorian sensitively depicts the devastating effects of child abuse. She shows how his mother's mistreatment has incapacitated Willie, but the narrative concentrates on his healing process.
The only violent scene occurs at the novel's climax, when Willie returns to his cruel mother. This scene makes the novel more appropriate for mature young adults, but it is vital to the plot, giving Mr. Tom an opportunity to rescue the boy he has learned to love. The description of Willie's tedious process of rehabilitation through love gives the novel.....
This is a free excerpt of 87 words. This section contains 169 words. This
study guide contains 27,377 words (approx. 91 pages at 300
words per page).
Read the rest of this Literature Guide with our Good Night, Mr. Tom Access Pass.
