The Characters
Cassia
Physical Description:
Mid-to-late 20s
Curly dark hair, usually pulled back or left wild
Brown eyes, expressive and often wide with surprise or amusement
Petite, with a penchant for floral dresses and layered cardigans
Always seen with a battered messenger bag and a romance novel tucked inside
Personality:
Hopeless romantic, self-deprecating humor
Accident-prone, often finds herself in embarrassing situations
Loyal, bookish, and slightly anxious
Has a cat named Junebug
Avery
Physical Description:
Late 20s - early 30s
Short, tousled dark hair
Lean, athletic build
Noted for her battered leather jacket and confident, slightly androgynous style
Striking, with mischievous dark eyes and a slow, crooked smile
Personality:
Bold, playful, and unapologetically flirtatious
Has a reputation as a “legend” in the local queer scene
Underneath bravado, longs for genuine connection
Loyal, quick-witted, and fiercely protective of those she loves
Diana
Physical Description:
Mid-30s
Wild red hair, often a little untamed
Freckled skin, with expressive, thoughtful green eyes
Tall and slightly willowy
Favors soft blue shirts, jeans, and statement earrings
Personality:
The “fixer”—steadfast, nurturing, often the friend everyone leans on
Poetic, quietly funny, deeply introspective
Struggles with letting herself be at the center of her own story
Loves thunderstorms and bookstores
Elena
Physical Description:
Early 30s
Long, wavy brown hair, usually worn loose
Big brown eyes, earnest and open
Average height, with a gentle, soft-edged presence
Prefers comfortable clothes in earth tones, with the occasional “Disney heroine” dress per Cassia’s teasing
Personality:
Earnest, hopeful, prone to overthinking
Sweet-natured, with a dry sense of humor
Struggles with believing she can be the heroine, not just the sidekick
Loves poetry, thunderstorms, and meaningful conversation
Margot
Physical Description:
Early 30s
Short, curly dark-blonde hair
Hazel eyes, warm and quick to laugh
Average height, curvy, with an approachable, “favorite teacher” vibe
Often seen in crisp blouses, pencil skirts, and practical ballet flats
Personality:
Organized, nurturing, and a bit of a worrier
List-maker, finds comfort in plans and routines
Braver with her students than in her own romantic life
Has a dry wit and is fiercely loyal to her friends
Jordan
Physical Description: Female
Early to mid-30s
Short-cropped, sandy-blonde hair
Blue eyes, open and kind
Tall and broad-shouldered, athletic build
Usually wears jeans and cozy sweaters or button-downs
Personality:
Steady, nurturing, and sometimes stubborn
Known for her calm, gentle humor
Has a quiet strength, slow to open up but deeply devoted
Loves kids, dogs, and simple pleasures
Rowan
Physical Description:
Late 20s
Short, dark hair, often styled in a no-nonsense cut
Brown skin, sharp cheekbones, striking profile
Lean and wiry, with a bookish, slightly reserved air
Prefers button-downs, jeans, and practical shoes—sometimes with a quirky pin or patch
Personality:
Pragmatic, analytical, and sometimes guarded
Secretly romantic beneath a logical exterior
Often the practical voice in her friend group
Enjoys music, spreadsheets, and late-night texting
Harper
Physical Description:
Late 20s
Wild, curly dark hair, usually untamed
Medium height, athletic, with a tattooed arm
Brown eyes that sparkle with mischief
Known for boots, ripped jeans, black tees, and a battered denim jacket
Personality:
Brash, impulsive, and irreverently funny
The “chaos agent” of the group—always in the middle of some adventure
Covers vulnerability with jokes and bravado
Talented musician and baker (famous for her pies)
Supporting Characters
Junebug (Cassia’s Cat): Tabby cat, perpetually unimpressed; Cassia’s furry confidante and comic relief.
Sam (Rowan’s ex): Tall, athletic, sharply cropped hair, intense demeanor—a brief but memorable presence as Rowan’s ex-girlfriend.
Claire (Rowan’s wine bar date): Athletic, chic, swimmer’s build, gold chain at her collarbone; catalyst for Rowan’s chaotic night with Harper.
