Strong Women and the Graphic Novel

I recently read an article about how female protagonists in YA and graphic novels are stronger and more empowered than ever. While there are many bestsellers out there with strong female protagonists, I am left wondering:  Are these female characters defined as powerful but in limiting ways? My guest bloggers today are looking into books with strong female characters that face limitations and/or characters that demonstrate independence from gender expectations. Click on the “Comments” tab and see what they have to say.