Definition: a strong level of mental development or wisdom, often beyond one’s years Characters in Literature: Hermione (Harry Potter); Katniss (Hunger Games); Hazel & Augustus (The Fault In Our Stars Common Portrayals: Older siblings; youths facing survival situations; leaders bearing great responsibility Clichés to Avoid: The brainy teacher’s pet; the haughty older sibling/neighbor/classmate who acts […]