Who is the “last Carolina girl”? What is the wider significance of the novel’s title in the text?

Explore one of the mentor figures in Leah’s life, such as Harley or Tulla. How is this person characterized? What is their role in the text, and how do they shape Leah’s own values and sense of self?

How do natural elements drive the plot forward? How do these elements contrast with the novel’s described technological advancements?