Because you like Ishmael in Moby Dick

There are certain souls the surprisingly sensitive Death would rather not reap. See them in The Book Thief.

Anya Jenkins has a real harsh bark to go with her demonic bite. See them in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Although life in a post-apocalyptic world is far from easy, Julie Grigio maintains her sense of humor. See them in Warm Bodies.

Chuck Bartowski is a sweet, laid-back electronics store/top secret government employee. See them in Chuck.

Tempestuous and talented, Claire Randall is a woman with a passionate heart and a quick mind. See them in Outlander.

A great galactic bounty hunter, Samus Aran is not as good at expressing emotions. See them in Metroid.

Matt Flamhaff is not too concerned about being part of the popular crowd. Too bad his best friend is. See them in 13 Going on 30 .

Javert is an inspector with a single-minded focus: to bring criminals to justice. See them in Les Miserables.

Sam Roth is sensitive, musically gifted, and scarred by his past. See them in Shiver .

Adelaide's a caring mom who winds up battling herself. See them in Us.

A responsible kid, Hugo Cabret is still capable of flights of fancy. See them in Hugo.

Bodhi Rook is a defected pilot for the Galactic Empire dead set on destroying the Death Star. See them in Rogue One.