Each of your characters should incorporate a particular personality trait or ideal that is specific to them. Allow them to learn from thier mistakes, but always within the attitude of the personality you give them. Something like in Snow White and the seven dwarfs, but not quite so obvious. And I do want to read your novel, do you intend to publish it?
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