What characteristics do the women narrators (Astrid, Cara, Nini, and Isabel) share? In what ways are they different? Do you see any parallels in their lives?
The female characters are strong, intelligent, and driven. Each of them establishes a successful career and, even though they take long time to complete their education or move from one field/job to another, they are always searching for answers about life & do not settle into “traditional” female roles. They each have numerous romantic relationships, never being entirely dependent on a romantic partner to make them happy or satisfied. They navigate the world and their relationships on their own terms.
They were all strong women doing their own thing and running their own lives. They did go in different directions in life - different locals and different jobs.
Strong women in control of their lives, including their love lives. They all had several romantic involvements, but always on their own terms.
They were all able to make lives for themselves without adhering to typical roles and responsibilities.