It’s Nice to Meet You! 15 Characters That Will Make an Impression

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In fiction, whether it be novels or cinematic, there’s nothing I love better than a character who makes and leaves a lasting impression. Some of my favorite stories are those that allow for solid characterization. This can be in novel format or on screen. This is why I thought it might be fun to put together a kind of list of favorite ‘15 Characters That Will Make Impression.’

Among this list of characters, I’d like to introduce you to some more recent (and by “recent,” I mean within the last year or so, because turtle reader) favorite characters. This will also encompasses TV and possibly film characters because again, I don’t read the number of books to create a list with enough length. Plus, thanks to a weekly meme we participate in nearly every week, I do feel like I talk about favorites often; but I will try and talk about mostly new characters. Still, some repeat favorites are bound to show up. Because that’s the plight of a bookworm.

Here we go!

It’s Nice to Meet You! 15 Characters That Will Make an Impression

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1: Amy Winslow from Mystery 101 (TV Movie)

You’ll meet grown up sluethers in this new(er) Hallmark signature mystery series, and I love it; plus it helps when I like the actors in the lead roles!

2: Amy Wilde from The Runaway Princess (Book)

Read this novel (by British authoress Hester Browne) years ago, but only recently posted the review here. I remember loving it so much, and I’ve no doubt that in addition to its clumsy (but adorable) heroine, I also quite like its hero, Prince Leo. Goodreads

3: Frankie Drake from the Frankie Drake Mysteries (CBC TV Show)

Sassy and unafraid of anything, this fierce 1920s private detective is a super fun person to hang out with. 15 characters that will make an impression

4: Gwyn Ruthers from Among the Poppies (Book)

Spunky and memorable, Gwyn is the kind of character you long to discover inside the pages of a novel. She’s loyal, but also stubborn, sometimes to a fault, which turns out to be quite a good thing as she lives during the tumultuous times of WWI. Goodreads

5: Hamlet from The Way You Make Me Feel (Book)

Already talked about this dude, but he leaves an impression, and is one of my more recent favorite YA leading guys. Just wish he had a larger role in a story that implies its more romance than family drama story. Goodreads

6: Harper and Charlie from Set it Up (Netflix Movie)

These two though!! Love them so much, and am curious to see what a secondary (unrelated) team-up between the actors will look like.

7: Daniel Harrow from Harrow (TV Show)

Ok, so unlike most of the characters on this list, I don’t think I’d claim this character as a favorite, but he does leave an impression. He’s complicated, brilliant and as the story furthers, we learn he’s hiding one whopper of a secret. This is a new-to-me discovery, an Australian (always so well produced) TV show with the talents of Ioan Gruffudd (aka Hortatio Hornblower) in the titular role. 

8: Flora Poste from Cold Comfort Farm (Film)

I’d seem this film years ago, but each time I re-watch it, I’m reminded of its quirky nature. It never ceases to make me laugh, and its heroine is a big reason as to why. Before she plays Jane Austen’s Emma, Kate Beckinsale played Flora, which is kind of like an Emma-in-training role. Goodreads

9: Jesse from In-Lawfully Yours (Film)

I don’t think I’ve really talked about this film here… right? (Probably because I review this one on Silver Petticoat.) I don’t know. Either way, it deserves all the mentions. The budget may not be impressive, but the concept and characters will keep you giggling and smiling the WHOLE TIME; and Jesse is 100% a big reason why.

10: Josephine Newton from Newton’s Law (TV Show)

One of my most recent TV show binges, which an incredible cast of characters (pretty sure I like them all), and a leading titular character who’s quite memorable. 

11: Nick Young from Crazy Rich Asians (Film)

Who doesn’t like Nick? He may be described an “Asian Prince Harry,” but he’s not a stereotypical character.  Goodreads

12: Rachel Chu from Crazy Rich Asians (Film)

Love Rachel, and of course, Nice. They’re so cute together, and in retrospect, I really should add them to a favorite ‘love story’ list (quite like Harper and Charlie). However I like these two equally as individuals and a couple. I’m also quite fond of Astrid and hope the (film) sequel focuses on her story. Goodreads

13: Detective Travis Burke from Mystery 101 (TV Movie)

Like his counterpart, Amy, I really like Travis from one of the more recent Hallmark mystery series. One I hope earns many an installment.

14: Captain William Crawford from Among the Poppies (Book)

A stalwart hero who I instantly fell in love with; he’s protective of the girl who steals his heart, but he also loves (and accepts) her as she is. Goodreads

15: Zander Ford from Sweet on You (Book)

There’s just something about an unrequited best-friends-to-romance story that tugs on those heartstrings. When someone like Zander is the one doing the waiting, it’s all the sweeter. Goodreads

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Tell me, are any of these characters people you’d like to meet, or have you? Do you have a list of ‘Characters that leave an impression’? Comment down below with all of your thoughts and favorite characters. I’d love to chat all things bookish, cinematic or TV characters with you!

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