Characters
Autumn Lyne
Autumn is the protagonist and narrator of the story. She is soft-spoken and empathetic, but can also be sharp-tongued and sarcastic when she wants to be. Though quiet, she speaks up for the people and things she cares about.
MBTI: INFJ
Favorite color: Yellow
Favorite show: Pushing Daisies
Likes: Books, daffodils, baking, knitwear, summer, sunsets, journaling, cats, patterned socks, quiet spaces
Michael Summer
Michael is Autumn’s love interest. He often comes across as quiet and distant, and can be sharp or cold when first meeting others, which leads him to be misunderstood. Beneath that exterior, he is insightful and caring toward the people close to him. He is a gifted musician and plays lead guitar in his band, Poetic Skyline.
MBTI: INTP
Favorite color: Black
Favorite show: none
Likes: Music, hoodies, drawing, winter, foreign language study, long walks, cheese, quiet spaces
Finn Hunter
Finn is Autumn’s classmate and Michael’s longtime friend. He is outgoing, sociable, and naturally fun to be around, though he can become noticeably shy when he has a crush. He plays bass in his band, Junkyard Chaos, and is also part of the school soccer team. Finn is of Hispanic descent
MBTI: ENFP
Favorite color: Green
Favorite show: One Piece
Likes: Running, outdoors, dogs, autumn, anime, alt rock, video games, road trips, concerts
Clover Jane Lyne
Clover is Autumn’s older sister. She is talkative, self-assured, and boy-crazy. She becomes the band’s lead singer later in the story after replacing Claire. Clover is usually concerned about her younger sister's social and mental well-being.
MBTI: ESTP
Favorite color: Powder blue
Favorite show: Coffee Prince
Likes: K-Pop, cooking, texting with friends, singing, plants, romance, group activities
Sunshine Lee
Sunny is Autumn’s former lab partner and Finn’s longtime friend. She is fun-loving, stylish, and friendly, with a passion for photography—especially capturing images of the sky. She is of Korean descent.
MBTI: ENFP
Favorite color: Peach
Favorite show: Teen Wolf
Likes: Cameras, parties, gossip, baking, nature, fuzzy slippers, perfumes, skin care
Claire Enriquez
Claire is Michael’s ex-girlfriend and first love. She’s beautiful and chic, with an imposing presence, though she is straightforward rather than unkind. She’s caring beneath her intimidating exterior. Claire is of Filipino descent.
MBTI: ISFJ
Favorite color: Purple
Favorite show: Gossip Girl
Likes: Singing, fashion accessories, hair care, pastillas, zumba, 90's OPM, vacations, beaches
Clint Myers
Clint is the bass guitarist of the band and one of Michael’s first friends. He has a long-standing crush on Clover, but his fear of rejection leads him to annoy her instead of expressing his feelings.
MBTI: ENFP
Favorite color: Army green
Favorite show: Modern Family
Likes: Comedy, heavy metal, computers, crowds, open spaces, swimming, weird art, graphic tees
Rose Marie Abara
Rose is one of Michael’s long-time friends. She is friendly and warm, but can become resentful and critical when people hurt those she cares about. She sees Michael as a brother and is deeply protective of him, particularly in the aftermath of his breakup with Claire, whom she resents for the pain it caused him.
MBTI: ESTJ
Favorite color: Any
Favorite show: Glee
Likes: Musical theatre, piano, choir music, cosplay, fashion, road trips, magical girl anime
Nathan Santoso
Nate is the drummer and leader of the band Poetic Skyline. He is laid-back but can become serious when the situation calls for it. Like Rose, Nate considers Michael a brother and cares for him.
MBTI: ESTJ
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite show: Breaking Bad
Likes: Phones, long drives, snacking, jokes, math, beanies, video games, punk pop