Because you like Catherine Linton in Wuthering Heights

Toby Cavanaugh has trouble avoiding being manipulated. See them in Pretty Little Liars.

From arguing for democracy in the Galactic Senate to pursuing a forbidden romance, Padme Amidala handles danger gracefully. See them in Star Wars Series.

In his heart, this student rebel is more of a lover than a fighter. See them in Les Miserables.

Part archaeologist, part philosopher, part politician, Jean-Luc Picard is an unashamed intellectual who runs a tight ship. See them in Star Trek: The Next Generation.

Though cynical about the world, Shuya Nanahara is caring and protective towards his friends. See them in Battle Royale.

Jenny Flint is a devoted wife and daring crime fighter, which is pretty unconventional for a Victorian maid. See them in Doctor Who.

Bella Swan thinks of it as her job to help her parents and protect her friends, even though it often ends up the other way around. See them in Twilight.

Tracy Turnblad's got rhythm, and she's determined to share her dance moves with the world. See them in Hairspray.

Jacob Black is the boy next door who's also the wolf next door. See them in Twilight.

Char is always thinking two or three steps ahead of the enemy. See them in Mobile Suit Gundam Series.

Give in to the dark side with vampire Lestat; it's more fun. See them in Interview with the Vampire: The Vampire Chronicles.

Nina Sayer finally landed the role of prima ballerina, but as tension ramps up in rehearsal, she starts losing her mind. See them in Black Swan.