Mira Novak
Protagonist
About
Mira has sharp, wary eyes and a habit of wearing black even to family dinners. She is fiercely intelligent and self-reliant, but carries a deep well of resentment from years of being the family's scapegoat.
Backstory
Mira was always the 'difficult' child, overshadowed by her perfect sister Lena. After a teenage rebellion that ended in a minor criminal record, she was cut off financially and emotionally, forced to build a life from nothing.
Motivation
To be seen and valued by her family, and to clear her name when accused.
Character Arc
Mira starts as the family's black sheep, embracing her outsider status. When accused, she must confront her own bitterness and fight for justice, ultimately learning to define herself outside her family's judgment.