Counter argument: Some may argue that Steve Harmon, the main character in the book "Monster," is not the monster as he is simply a teenager caught in a difficult situation. The real monster could be society itself, which has failed to provide adequate support and opportunities for young individuals like Steve to thrive and make better choices. It is the systemic issues and societal pressures that have pushed Steve into a life of crime and placed him in the position he finds himself in throughout the novel.
