Love in the Margins

Main & Supporting characters

Elena Rivera:

• In her early 30s, Elena is fiercely independent, having rebuilt her life after a messy breakup with her college sweetheart. She’s passionate about books and believes in the power of stories to heal.

• She’s hesitant to trust Adrian at first, seeing him as arrogant and out of touch, but she’s intrigued by his vulnerability when he talks about his struggles with writing.

Adrian Holt:

• Late 30s, Adrian is charming but jaded by the publishing industry. He’s tired of writing what sells and wants to create something meaningful, though he doesn’t know where to start.

• Beneath his confident exterior, he’s grappling with self-doubt and guilt over a personal tragedy that fuels his writing but also isolates him.

Supporting Characters:

• Maya Rivera: Elena’s younger sister, who is vibrant, impulsive, and constantly pushing Elena to take risks. She’s the first to notice the sparks between Elena and Adrian.

• Sam Grayson: A local artist and Elena’s best friend, who has feelings for her but has never confessed them. His presence creates tension in Elena’s budding relationship with Adrian.

• Clara Benson: A nosy but well-meaning elderly customer who becomes a matchmaker of sorts for Elena and Adrian.