The characters are now older than in The Machine Gunners, and the themes are appropriate to their age. The transition from boy to man is one of the central aspects of the novel, and Chas is ultimately faced with a decision a mature adult would find daunting.
The characters are now older than in The Machine Gunners, and the themes are suitable to their age. The transition from youth to adulthood is a key element of the novel, and Chas faces a decision that an adult would find challenging.