Jane Gallagher

She is Holden's chief fondness. The hero selflessly loves her and keeps her loyalty, even during their separation. The irrepressible romantics are constantly holding hands and having heart-to-heart talks on the bench. Holden cannot decide on sexual intimacy with her because of adherence to conservative traditions.

The girl participates in sports competitions and enjoys reading. The heroine knows the rules of the game of chess and is a fan of her favorite school team. Her temper is different shyness and modesty, typical of the society of that time. But behind her apparent coldness lies passionate nature, which cannot find a way out.

From her memories, we learn that Jane lives with her stepfather, who runs naked through the house. Perhaps this nuance is the cause of her early maturation and the impossibility of sexual communication with a loved one. Although it is worth noting that Holden remains too passive to prove to the girl the feasibility of sex. He expects her initiative, which may not come.

Tired of hopes, the girl draws attention to Stradlater, who needs only sex. This guy is able to seduce any woman that Jane hopes for. Upon learning of new bonds, Holden is constantly trying to destroy it. For example, being in New York, he does not move away from the phone and only at the last moment picks up Jane. Unfortunately, the heroine is not in place, so the guy misses his chance.

Gallagher personifies a riddle that Caulfield cannot solve. She does not share her own experiences, preferring to be sad alone. The oddities give her charm, for instance, playing golf, she always keeps her mouth open. The girl becomes a reward that any standing young man wants to get. He is not interested in light love joys but only real feelings.