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Swapna Bakshi-Highsmith

The protagonist’s employer through much of the book, this character serves as a mentor to her. In some ways, she functions as an aspirational icon for the narrator, as well.

Flannery O’Connor

One focus of the narrator’s love-interest’s attentions, this cat is plagued by medical issues. Notably, it does not like the protagonist.

Rachel Krohn

Friend and colleague of the protagonist, this character serves as a connection between the protagonist and New York City. She also provided the character an early professional boost, allowing her to pursue her work in travel writing more effectively.

Lita

This character is encountered initially by the protagonist on Vancouver Island. She reappears later, after the protagonist has established herself professionally; she has also done so, the two experiences contrasting.

Nikolai

Owner of the accommodations the protagonist and her love-interest share while on their trip in the novel...

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