I already had written a chapter explaining why it is so, but I still haven't uploaded it. I appreciate the input though!

There is some logic in your point, but I think you are overreacting. Discovering the supernatural and secrets of his family should stun him for weeks, but what could he do but accept it? Be stubborn and rebel against those who love him? Adapting and accepting that things are not as he understood are valid traits and it shouldn't ruin your fun. I'm not an expert, but I believe character development is very important in stories; Caspian doesn't have to start out perfect because some imperfections humanize him, and of course, he can always improve with experience; yet, so far, he has not been contradictory, just accepting things he cannot change and complaining about them would only make him a crybaby. Sorry for the huge text, I just thought you could want to give this novel another chance; the author is really trying hard to make it good.

I am not saying he should be stubborn and mad for weeks. I do believe there should of at least been some sort of confrontation and discussion about the huge abuse of trust. While he clearly understands that he was powerless, it doesn't fix that his entire life his mother has lied to him. He is a smart person. If she had explained it earlier do you not think he could of digested it? It just seems odd. She tells him to stay away from the case. Of course that doesn't work because it goes against his character. Instead of just telling him why, she just lets him continue to put himself in danger by choosing to be ignorant. She is a smart woman. The whole scenario feels forced. I liked the rest of the story. I love Caspian. But it felt like you built up this stubborn, somewhat jaded detective, all for it to break down in 1 chapter and switch his character into an easy going person. I am looking forward to the chapter that explains it. Hopefully that can turn around my opinion. Thanks for the responses :). Cheers!

completely agree