1.that Was Then This Is Now Apr 2026

Bryon faces a crushing ethical dilemma and ultimately decides to report Mark to the police, leading to Mark's arrest and the permanent destruction of their bond. Key Characters & Connections

The story centers on the evolving relationship between two foster brothers, and Mark Jennings , as they navigate the transition from childhood to adulthood. 1.That Was Then This Is Now

is a prominent young adult novel by S.E. Hinton , published in 1971. It serves as a companion piece to her famous debut, The Outsiders , and takes place in the same fictionalized version of Tulsa, Oklahoma, roughly a year later. Core Themes and Plot Bryon faces a crushing ethical dilemma and ultimately

While Bryon begins to mature, seeking stable work and a serious relationship with his girlfriend Cathy, Mark remains drawn to a lifestyle of risk and crime. Hinton , published in 1971

Bryon discovers that Mark has been dealing drugs—specifically "speed"—to make money.