Who is John Boone from Red Mars and what is their importance? Mars_trilogy English & Literature John Boone | Red Mars

John Boone is an American member of the Ares crew. John enjoys boyish good looks, and an easy personality. As the first man ever to walk on Mars in a previous expedition, John has a prestige and a standing among the crew that no one else has. This position allows him a considerable amount of influence both in Washington and among his colleagues. John develops a relationship with Maya on the Ares, but unknowingly steps in between her relationship with Frank Chalmers.