plz help??? to people who read the novel(The Glass Castle)??? plz help?

Question

what was the future goals of Jeanette in the novel??
what personal qualities made her successful?

please help?

Answer 1

Her goal was to escape her dysfunctional family and lead a decent life and become a journalist - "As the dysfunction of the family escalated, Jeannette and her brother and sisters had to fend for themselves, supporting one another as they weathered their parents' betrayals and, finally, found the resources and will to leave home."

"Walls discovers a love of journalism in high school which became one of the turning points in her life. Her love of writing led to a career as a journalist in New York City. Jeannette Walls has worked hard to achieve the life she now has."

Personal qualities - "What is so astonishing about Jeannette Walls is not just that she had the guts and tenacity and intelligence to get out, but that she describes her parents with such deep affection and generosity. Hers is a story of triumph against all odds, but also a tender, moving tale of unconditional love in a family that despite its profound flaws gave her the fiery determination to carve out a successful life on her own terms."