Board Thread:General Discussion/@comment-37719459-20181204231525/@comment-37719459-20181207221027

To a Sophitz comment:

"I respect your opinion but consider this--

How much has Fitz really done for Sophie? What roles does Fitz play in the story other than Sophie's cognate, finder, and crush? That's the key word here--crush.

Sophie was only twelve when Fitz found her, and even after three (book) years and seven books, how much has their relationship really changed, overall? Fitz is hot and...that's it. Nothing else. I've seen very little character development in Fitz throughout the whole series. He had anger issues, and you'd think after how he treated Sophie in Exile, he'd try to control that side of himself, especially with the girl he wants on his match list. But...he doesn't. I don't like Fitz because...there's nothing unique there. He's the high class, handsome character I've seen in many books without any charm. He doesn't change. And Sophie deserves so much better.

I, as well as many of the people on this page, like Keefe more for Sophie because of how much Keefe has positively affected her life. When Fitz blamed Sophie for Alden's break, who stepped up to help? Keefe. Who did Sophie work with when looking for the Blackswan? Keefe. Who always makes her laugh, or lighten up, or believes in her the most? Keefe. Who risked his own safety to protect his friends, even if he did join the Neverseen as a double agent to do so? Keefe again. And the list goes on. Sharron took this one character who we thought of as "Fitz's best friend" and flushed out his character more than anyone else in the series.

Keefe feels...alife. Like if he walked into a crowded room of a thousand people, I could recognize him right away, that's how clearly I can see him when I read these books. Out of all the characters in KOTLC, Keefe has had the most character development, and I love that.

He messes up. He feels shame. He goes from cracking jokes to giving motivational speeches. He's whatever Sophie needs him to be.

A friend, until she's ready for something more."