Let the Right One In
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Main Characters and Their Development
- Oskar - a twelve-year-old boy living in a suburb of Stockholm. He suffers from bullying by his classmates and dreams of revenge. As the story progresses, Oskar finds the strength to stand up to his tormentors and gains confidence through his friendship with Eli.
- Eli - a mysterious girl who turns out to be a vampire. She lives in the same building as Oskar and becomes his friend. Eli helps Oskar deal with his problems, and through their friendship, she also changes, discovering human emotions and attachments.
- Håkan - an adult man who lives with Eli and helps her procure blood. He has strong feelings for Eli, but his role in the story is tragic. Håkan is willing to do anything for Eli, but his actions lead to his demise.
- Lacke - one of the residents of the area where Oskar and Eli live. He loses his friend Jocke to an attack by Eli and begins an investigation to find the culprit. Lacke becomes an important character in uncovering Eli's secret.
Date of publication: 3 July 2024
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Genre: Horror and Mystery