The two boys, Kevin and Max, face a number of conflicts
during their trials and tribulations in Freak the Mighty. Kevin
faces his extensive physical problems in the most positive way possible, often using his
good humor and intellectual skills to avoid further predicaments. By teaming with Max,
the two boys create Freak the Mighty, allowing both boys self-confidence and
powers--physical and mental--that they would not have been able to experience alone. Max
seems to have a tougher time dealing with his own problems. A depressed loner, he is
brought out of his shell by Kevin, and things get better both at home and school. He
still has problems dealing with the knowledge concerning the death of his mother, and
Max still has to deal with bullies. More importantly, things really become complicated
with the arrival of his murderous father: When he is abducted by his dad, it is Kevin
who comes to his rescue. Max has yet another conflict with which to deal when Kevin
dies, leaving him friendless once again. Max's grandparents make it clear that quitting
school is not an option, even though he "hated every minute of it." But, when Max meets
up with Loretta shortly after Kevin's death, she reminds him that being a "nothing is a
drag, kid. Think about it." Max takes her words to heart, and taking the empty book from
the pyramid box, Max begins writing his story--and that of Freak the
Mighty.
... I'm feeling okay about remembering
things. And now that I've written a book who knows, I might even read a
few.
No big deal.
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