Because you like Meg March in Little Women
Galina Reznikov is the head chef of prison, cooking up meals as well as storms on anyone who dares to cross her; even the guards are terrified of her. See them in Orange Is The New Black.
Lois Lane's journalistic success is the result of her tenacity. She will doggedly pursue her leads until discovering the information she needs. See them in DC Extended Universe.
Irene Adler has to use both her brains and her body to survive. Luckily, she's usually the most brilliant person in the room. See them in Sherlock.
Empathetic Nausicaa embraces all forms of life, even those that might scare other people. See them in Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind.
Jughead Jones loves burgers, his friends, and philosophizing with his unique brand of wisdom. See them in Archie Comics.
Buttercup is a farm girl turned princess who'd do anything to have her old life back. See them in The Princess Bride.
Linda Belcher doesn't prescribe to what society deems as "normal." She narrates her life through song, much to the alarm of everyone nearby. See them in Bob's Burgers.
Roman Roy is an entitled rich boy, but he's smarter than he seems. See them in Succession.
Effy Stonem is cool and collected with a wry smile on her face and a cigarette between her lips. See them in Skins.
Illiterate and oblivious, Crash Bandicoot is still a hero. See them in Crash Bandicoot.
Petyr Baelish's main assets? A sharp mind, deep pockets, and no scruples. See them in Game of Thrones.