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Today’s topic is book characters I wish were real people. Which has the potential to be a very long list since I tend to get attached to characters very quickly.
Hercule Poirot from Agatha Christie’s Poirot series. He just seems like he’d be fun to hang out with. He’s smart, observant, and a bit sassy.
DI Whitney Walker and Dr. Gerogina Cavendish from Sally Rigby’s Cavendish & Walker series. These two women are nothing alike, yet they find a way to not just work together, but also become friends along the way. A smart duo with opposing views and experiences, I think they’d broaden my horizons on many subjects.
Melanie Cooper from Jenn McKinlay’s Cupcake Bakery series. Mel and her friends are a bit wacky, a bit annoying, but always have each other’s backs. Plus, Mel owns a cupcake bakery.
Morfran the Beheader, Dark Lord of Ruthven from the novel Morfran, Dark Lord Reformed by S. B. West. Yeah, yeah, yeah, he got the name ‘the Beheader’ for a reason, but he’s reformed, guys. He’s raising goats now! Morfran’s struggle to remain ‘retired’ and the urge to behead everyone who ticks him off is such a mood. I related a touch too much to this book.
Arthur Dent from the Hitchhiker’s Guide series by Douglas Adams. He is very relatable and he gets to travel through space. Maybe we could have lunch at the Restaurant at the End of the Universe?
Geralt of Rivia from the Witcher series by Andrzej Sapkowski. This might be an odd one, but despite the fact he goes looking for trouble, he could be a lot of fun. If nothing else, at least I could maybe meet Jaskier.
Hannah Hall from the Hannah Hall series by Laura Dave. The way this woman just packed a bag, grabbed her stepdaughter, and went on the run to keep this child safe was truly amazing. Especially since her husband – and the child’s father – disappeared into thin air with nothing more than a note saying ‘keep her safe’. I’d have had words with the man.
Willa Bauer from Korina Moss’ Cheese Shop series. Willa is imperfect, caring, and funny. She also owns a cheese shop in Sonoma Valley, CA, which is only a bonus. She and Team Cheese have this cozy friendship that warms my heart every time I read one of these books.
Casey and Landon from Time to Shine by Rachel Reid. I know I’m probably in the minority here, but this is my favorite book I’ve read by her, mainly because of these two. Their relationship is so fun and full of heart. Landon is quiet and serious, while Casey is a talker always wanting to do the right thing.
Lastly, pretty much anyone from the works of Jane Austen. She has so many feisty and daring heroines, dashing heroes, and just plain awful people in her books. They’re all so fascinating, frustrating, and lovable.
What are some characters you wish were real? Would you want to hang out with them or just observe from a distance?
Pippi Longstocking–loyal to her friends, generous to all, brave enough to stand up to bullies and tyrants, fun-loving, hilarious and able to turn ordinary activities into extraordinary adventures. And yeah, I’d want her for a friend and neighbor.
Fun list! I didn’t even think of Poirot. Anne of Green Gables topped my list.
Thanks! I just started working my way through Agatha Christie’s work this year and had just finished a Poirot novel when I wrote this post. The little Belgian was on my mind!
What a great list of characters!