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Corrine Zahra's avatar

'The Bell Jar' by Slyvia Plath! So unlike any traditional female protagonist. Esther is in high society and yet, she does not enjoy it, does not give into it, does not fake it and falls into a depression. Esther isn't 'villainous' like Irina Sturges haha but I think Esther fits into what you're saying too.

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Kelly Dent's avatar

SUCH good points. I am due a re-read!

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Roberta's avatar

Brings to mind Bella in Poor Things, being unapologetically herself always demanding and questioning. Loved this Kelly!

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Kelly Dent's avatar

Absolutely! Thank you Roberta <3

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Anna's avatar

Love this! Here’s to the real women 💖

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Kelly Dent's avatar

Thank you Anna! <3

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