Because you like Christopher John Francis Boone in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Charlie is a Type A theater director dealing with something out of his control: a painful divorce. See them in Marriage Story.
Motivated by a strong sense of curiosity, fleet-footed Lina Mayfleet is happiest when she's on the move. See them in The City of Ember.
While Fantine's gentleness has led others to take advantage of her, it ultimately forces her to become stronger. See them in Les Miserables.
Brandon Teena is an adventurous young man with the courage to be himself. See them in Boys Don't Cry.
A literal fallen star, Yvaine is temperamental, sarcastic, and a bit on edge. See them in Stardust.
A few millennia in the mortal realm have caused DEATH to be quite enamored of life. See them in Discworld.
Susie Salmon has a big heart, even though it's not beating anymore. See them in The Lovely Bones.
Tarzan is walking the line between human and animal. Good thing he has excellent balance. See them in Tarzan.
Basil Hallward is dominated, soul, brain, and power by Dorian. See them in Dorian Gray.
Jesse Tuck dreams of finding someone to join his unusual family. See them in Tuck Everlasting.
