Eos

In Cassandra in Reverse, the author utilizes Eos, the Greek deity, as a symbol for hope. When Cassandra is attempting use time travel to fix her relationship with Will, she reminds herself of Eos who is cursed by Apollo to perpetual pursue love and fail. In the same manner that Eos continued to seek romantic love, Cassandra is not willing to believe that she is incapable of being loved. Despite her negative core beliefs, she continues to seek romantic partnership and strives to feel connected to others. Her hope allows her to stay open and curious instead of becoming jaded.

The Blue Dress

The blue dress, that Cassandra gives to Sal, serves as a symbol for friendship. After Cassandra wears the dress for the first time, she gifts it to her roommate, who loves it. Later, when she asks to borrow it, because it already has...