Who’s your favorite female protagonist, and what about the character do you enjoy in particular?
I definitely have to say without a doubt Scarlett OʼHara in Gone With the Wind and the Southern charm she used to get what she wanted.
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Mine is Amelia Peabody. I just love her mettle - even when she’s off base!
I’ve read through the entire 20-book series twice, and listened to it at least once in audiobook format (and if you’re interested, make sure to get the versions narrated by Barbara Rosenblat, not the Susan O’Malley ones).
This was a tough question for me because I tend to gravitate toward nonfiction history, but I was able to come up with four very different female protagonists I enjoyed reading. Although I still think I’d want to shake her, Scarlet O’Hara was the first strong woman I encountered in my reading life when I read Gone With the Wind at age 13. Although I’m not a Jane Austen fan, I nevertheless admire Elizabeth Bennet for her intelligence and independence in Pride and Prejudice. Children’s and young adult books have some great role models. Two of my favorites are Anne Shirley of Anne of Green Gables for her optimism and goodness and Mary Lennoxx of The Secret Garden for her dedication to her purpose and friends.
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Great choices @Lana_Maskus. I was still being stumped until reading your post. Love Anne and Mary.
I don’t think of characters in this light, I guess. While I might admire the actions of one in the context of story it sort of ends with the last page. I did find the character Landry in Tom’s Crossing to be smart, strong and resilient—admirable qualities.
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Elizabeth Bennett would be my second choice. 
Currently it’s Helen Cartwright,”Slipsworth” who returns to her childhood village after living abroad for six decades. Her only wish is to die quickly and without fuss. She retreats into her home and then one night she has a chance encounter with a mouse who set her on a surprising journey. I find my favorite characters change over the years, depending on what I am currently reading. I adored Helen, she found life joys once again and was ready to explore the world around her. A gift not everyone is given.