Unlike Young Adult stories, where everything is in a state of change, the main characters of adult fiction will often feel stuck in a state of comfort and/or stagnation. Then, something happens to pull them out of this state and kick them into action. It can be more challenging for adults to adapt to new circumstances than it is for teenagers ... More @Wikipedia
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