Good Wives

Main Characters and Their Development

• Jo March – an energetic and independent young woman who aspires to become a writer. At the beginning of the book, she struggles with social expectations and her own ambitions. Over the course of the story, Jo learns to accept her feelings and finds a balance between her career and personal life.
• Meg March – the eldest sister, who at first dreams of a life of luxury but ultimately finds happiness in her family life with John Brooke. She learns to appreciate simple joys and becomes a caring mother.
• Amy March – the youngest sister, who at first seems selfish and spoiled, but matures and becomes more responsible as the story progresses. She develops her artistic talents and eventually marries Laurie, a family friend.
• Beth March – the kindest and gentlest of the sisters, who stays at home caring for the family. Her health declines, and she becomes a symbol of home and love. Beth teaches her sisters to cherish every moment of life.
• Laurie Laurence – the March family’s neighbor and friend, who is in love with Jo but ultimately marries Amy. He grows from a carefree youth into a mature man who finds his place in life.