Flowers In The Attic

To what extent would you consider Andrews’s novel a narrative of female empowerment? Provide ample evidence from the text.

How does Andrews treat the themes of survival and influence in her novel?

How does the theme of incest play out in the narrative and symbolism of Andrews’s novel? 

Do you consider the character of Cathy’s brother Chris a hero or a villain? Give reasons for your answer. 

How does the motif of the attic play out in Andrews’s novel? 

What role do money and material possessions play in the text? 

Flowers in the Attic was written in 1979 and caused Virginia Andrews to be named “the Emily Brontë of the MTV generation.” In your opinion, how well has the novel aged, and to what extent does it resonate with today’s readers? You should refer closely to the text in your answer.

1.  How are restriction and sexual transgression related in the narrative?