Top 5 BAs In Books!

The BA, the notorious, inspirational, and wonderful Badass. There's nothing I love more than a character who's fierce, loyal, and determined to right wrongs and kick some serious butt along the way. A badass is true to themselves and doesn't let anybody stand in their way.

Here are my top 5 literary badasses that I would always want on my kick ass lit. squad!

5. Pippi Longstocking

Pippi Longstocking is a girl who can take care of herself.  She's an independent firecracker and extremely loyal to her friends, animals, and lovable, but mostly absent, sea-faring father.  She believes in others and herself with her whole heart and I gained much inspiration as a youngster from reading about her fantastic adventures and seeing the world from her optimistic point of view.  And most importantly, you can't forget about her amazing super strength and those gravity defying braids!

(picture of me as Pippi for Halloween one year)

4. Jacky Faber

Jacky Faber is a pirate through and through.  If she's not sailing on the high seas than she isn't living.  Jacky's adventures encompass an entire 12 books!  She's sassy, dramatic, and not afraid to don a costume or speak her mind in order to save herself and her friends (and sometimes just for a little bit of fun).  I've never met a character quite like Jacky, but I definitely know that if you ever need help or a ride, she's the girl to call.  But maybe just keep her away from gold.  Some things can be too tempting, especially to a pirate.

3. Hermione Granger

The brightest witch of her age and knows how to throw a good punch!  Hermione proves that being smart can be an extremely powerful weapon.  She's prepared for anything and has about 10 plans to save the world and improve the education system up her sleeve at all times.  She will always, before anything else, stand by her friends.

2. Linh Cinder  

Cinder can fix just about anything.  She's a tough, cyborg mechanic who's not afraid to take on any job, even if it means being branded an outlaw and accidentally spearheading a revolution.  Hey, it happens now and again.  Her sarcastic wit and determination makes Cinder a force to be reckoned with and someone who'd always have your back.

1. Celaena Sardothien

Celaena Sardothien is the epitome of a badass.  Her name is the first one that comes to mind when the terms badass and books are ever mentioned in the same sentence.  She's an assassin with a sweet teeth who's strong, tough, viciously loyal and never surrenders in a fight.  She can hold a grudge, but she also has the  ability to forgive those who she has misunderstood in the past, although this can be a rare occurrence.  It is overall wise just not to cross Celaena in the first place.  She is a survivor and has faced unbearable odds that have only made her stronger.