Ava is the protagonist of the story, a 12-year-old girl who has just moved to a new town and started a new school following the death of her father, a military veteran. Ava is in the midst of navigating the tough and often confusing journey of adolescence, dealing with grief, inner turmoil, and finding her sense of identity in a world that feels uncertain.

She is an emotionally complex character, struggling with feelings of loss, guilt, and self-doubt. Though she presents a quiet and introspective front, Ava is learning to find her voice and realize her own inner strength that slowly emerges over the course of the story.

Ava is introspective, quiet, and deeply emotional, often processing her feelings inwardly rather than outwardly. She is someone who feels deeply but is often afraid to express those feelings to others for fear of being judged or misunderstood. She’s independent by necessity, learning to navigate her world without her father’s guidance. Despite the emotional weight she carries, Ava has an innate kindness, a desire to help others. Her journey is one of self-discovery, where she slowly learns to embrace the person she’s becoming and to trust in her own resilience.

Ava’s father died overseas while serving in the military, and it’s the emotional cornerstone of her struggles. As each day passes, her memories of him fade a bit further of him and she feels an aching loss that she doesn’t know how to handle. She moves with her mother to a new town after his funeral, starting at a new school where she feels out of place and disconnected. Over the course of the story, Ava learns to confront her grief, recognize her inner strength, and build new connections with others who understand the silent struggles that so many face.

I am intentionally writing this character to experience a very emotional journey, and there will be lines that will test your range - Please only apply for Ava if you are willing to be tested.  You don't have to be experienced - Just willing to do the work and 'put yourself out there' - The story revolves around Ava.