Because you like Marlena Rosenbluth in Water for Elephants

Lyra Belacqua is prone to getting in trouble, but she's also clever enough to get out of it. Most of the time. See them in The Golden Compass.

Warm and caring, Kitty Forman acts like a mom towards all of her kids' friends. See them in That '70s Show.

Aimee Finecky has big dreams, but she's too busy taking care of everyone else's desires. See them in The Spectacular Now.

Joey Potter is a low-key girl next door in love with her best friend. See them in Dawson's Creek.

Curving free kicks and crosses is tough, but keeping her soccer passion from her disapproving family is way tougher for Jess. See them in Bend It Like Beckham.

Jesse Tuck dreams of finding someone to join his unusual family. See them in Tuck Everlasting.

Blunt but anxious, Gretchen Ross bonds most easily with those who have lived tough lives like she has. See them in Donnie Darko.

Jack's big imagination is never limited by his incredibly cramped surroundings. See them in Room.

Miss Havisham is the creepiest old rich lady in town. See them in Great Expectations.

Shawn Hunter may be a bit of a rebellious bad boy, but he has a heart that's pure gold. See them in Boy Meets World.