Lewis Character Analysis in The Hate Race

Lewis is Maxine’s primary school crush. In grade two, Maxine gets Lewis to kiss her on the cheek during Catch and Kiss, which causes awkwardness between them for a while, but they become friends when they get a little older. Maxine and Lewis are both good students, causing them to develop a friendly rivalry in which they compare their grades and tease each other. Eventually, Lewis starts dating another girl in the school, which saddens Maxine, but she understands.

Lewis Character Timeline in The Hate Race

The timeline below shows where the character Lewis appears in The Hate Race. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.

Racism, Childhood, and Loss of Innocence Theme Icon

...to doubt herself. As a result, she decides to make a beeline for her crush, Lewis, and pushes her cheek against his lips. This prompts disgust from Lewis and the other... (full context)

Racial Discrimination in Australia Theme Icon

...classmates dance on stage in Jamaican costumes. She leaves the concert despondent, watching her crush Lewis walk ahead of her. (full context)

Maxine recounts her relationship with Lewis. Although things were awkward after the Catch and Kiss incident, they’ve since become good friends... (full context)

...the end-of-year ceremony, Maxine takes her seat in the auditorium, trying to forget the concert. Lewis will be attending a different high school than her, so she enjoys watching him walk... (full context)