There is a new reread of the WOT series on Tor.com that is not being done by Leigh Butler (God is good). The guy doing it is reading the series for the first time. It's interesting seeing the perspective of a new reader to a series I have been reading since 1990. One of his observations is whether Egwene can be considered a "Hermione." One other commenter and I have weighed in criticizing Egwene without being to specific, because spoilers. This reply below was posted about 20 minutes ago by an Egwene defender:

"For most people, the defining characteristics of a Hermione are:

a) A well-defined moral compass, and a passionate pursuit of justice.

b) A joyful pursuit of knowledge

c) Respect for authority figures. While they might rebel against someone higher up, they STRONGLY believe in their immediate mentor/teacher.

d) Capable. Due to their pursuit of knowledge, they are almost always more capable than anyone else their age.

Nynaeve completely misses the mark on b, only cares about healing with the one power, and c, just look at her relationship with Moiraine. Egwene checks every box."

I am carefully considering my reply so I don't end up getting site banned too.