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Book cover of Heartsick Three Stories about Love and Loss, and What Happens in Between
Heartsick Three Stories about Love and Loss, and What Happens in BetweenJessie Stephens

Characters in Heartsick Three Stories about Love and Loss, and What Happens in Between

5 characters, main characters first.

Main characters

  • Claire

    One of the book's three real subjects, home in Australia and sensing her relationship unravelling.

  • Patrick

    A lonely university student who falls for a classmate, unsure if the feeling is mutual.

  • Ana

    A married mother of three who unexpectedly falls in love with someone else.

Supporting characters

  • Maggie

    Claire's partner, at the center of the first account of heartbreak.

  • Caitlin

    The object of Patrick's affection, uncertain how connected she feels in return.