Characters
Lil- the main character. Lil was a girl scout, and occasionally swears on scout's honor whenever she is lying. It is gradually revealed throughout the play that Lil is suffering from severe cancer, and that this will most likely be her last summer. She has already undergone chemotherapy and had several organs removed, including her ovaries, uterus, and tubes. Because of this, she is faced with her own mortality, and is crushed by her lack of a legacy. Her family disowned her following her coming out. In prior summers, Lil has had affairs with most of the other women in the cove, and has maintained a deep friendship with all them, though never experiences true love, until she meets Eva.
Kitty- Kitty is a feminist writer and former doctor, by the end of the play she decides to reopen her practice. Despite being a feminist, she has not come out and is terrified of what her homosexuality would do to her reputation as a writer. She is involved with Rita.
Rita- Kitty's lover and secretary.
Sue- a wealthy blueblood, involved with Donna. She is self conscious about her age and appearance, and the difference in age between herself and Donna (she is 40 while Donna is only 20).
Donna- involved with Sue. Donna is spoiled, Sue claims that its her fault. Some of the character remark that Donna is a gold digger, but their love seems to be mutual and dependant on one another.
Rae- Rae is a housewife-type, and embarrassed that she enjoys cooking and cleaning, which is considered anti-feminist by Kitty. Involved with Annie.
Annie- the spunky one, involved with Rae.
Eva- Eva comes to the cove following her divorce with her husband, not aware that it is a lesbian colony. Lil is immediately attracted to her, but not understanding the nature of the cove, passes her off as friendly. Eventually, she comes out as a lesbian, and begins a relationship with Lil.
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