Here's why:
* Different Societal Context: "Noughts & Crosses" is a fictional world where the racial hierarchy is reversed, with black "Crosses" dominating white "Noughts." This differs significantly from the historical context of Malcolm X, who was a prominent figure in the African American civil rights movement in the United States.
* Character Focus: The novel's central focus lies on the love story between Callum, a Nought, and Sephy, a Cross, and their struggle against the oppressive societal system. While the novel does touch upon the complexities of race and identity, it doesn't deeply delve into revolutionary figures like Malcolm X.
* Themes of Reconciliation: The novel explores themes of love, forgiveness, and reconciliation, contrasting with Malcolm X's powerful and sometimes confrontational approach to racial equality.
However, some characters in "Noughts & Crosses" exhibit aspects of activism and social change, such as:
* Carlyle "Cal" Lawrence: He is a radical Nought who believes in armed rebellion against Cross rule, drawing some parallels to the militancy associated with Malcolm X's later years.
* The Liberation Militia: This organization represents the more violent and militant side of the Nought resistance movement, reflecting a parallel to the Black Power movement of Malcolm X's era.
Overall, while no character in "Noughts & Crosses" directly mirrors Malcolm X, the novel explores similar themes of racial injustice, social activism, and the struggle for equality in a unique fictional setting.