Matilda

A Friend in the Trenches: Unpacking Lavender’s Character Roald Dahl’s *Matilda* has captivated readers for generations, a tale of extraordinary intelligence, resilience, and the triumph of good over evil. While the spotlight often shines on Matilda Wormwood, the precocious protagonist with telekinetic powers, the significance of Lavender Brown, her loyal and supportive best friend, often…