<em>All novels in some way represent </em><em><u>life</u></em><em>. </em>
Explanation:
All novels have an element of reality to them at some level or another, it is important for them to do, that way the reader can get invested in the story, feeling that the actions and adventures in it, could actually take place. This is true for every genre of novel, in some more than in others, even in science fiction. In that genre, small elements of reality are used for the reader to be able to relate with the fantasy. Therefore all these texts are a representation of life.
I would say read closely and highlight any important details. If the textbook belongs to the school and you're not allowed to write on it, take some notes and write down the important details on a different piece of paper.