By the end of the book, which characters would you consider “girls of good fortune” and in which ways?
Even after reading I don’t think I understand the “girls of good fortune” characterization. I was hoping someone in the discussion would explain it to me!
I agree with your post. I am not sure that this is the best title. Celia and her daughter were those of good fortune. Celia fought for her good fortune. She did not let her circumstance keep her from finding and marrying her husband. Strong woman are great historical characters.
I think Celia, despite all that she had endured, realized her “good fortune” when she thought about the “strength she’d both gained and discovered within herself.” (page 327) I think she will pass resilience on to Pearl.
Cecelia had to endure a lot to finally have good fortune. She proved to be a strong woman which will be passed to Pearl.