65 pages 2 hours read

Lois Lowry

Messenger

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2004

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Chapters 11-15Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapter 11 Summary

Leader gives Matty notices to post around Forest to warn potential travelers that Village will be closed to newcomers. Leader then tells Matty about his ability to “see beyond.” Leader knows that Kira has a similar gift, and though Matty has tried to keep his healing ability a secret, Leader knows of it. Leader tells Matty that a gift arises out of need and warns Matty not to waste his gift because a time is coming soon when his gift will be needed.

Leader uses his gift in this conversation though it takes tremendous effort. He uses it to try and see Kira but says that the Forest is too thick to see through. He warns Matty that this journey will be dangerous, and even suggests not going, but Matty promised to bring Kira to the Village before the borders close.

Later, Jean visits Matty at Seer’s home. She tells Matty that Ramon is very sick, and Matty is tempted to use his gift to heal his friend but remembers Leader’s warning. Jean also notices that a tapestry on the wall, one Kira wove for her father, has changed.