Susan Haught
My favorite fictional couple? Has to be Rachel & Nico from A Thousand Butterfly Wishes. How can I not love the characters that are a part of my soul, ones I created?
They're a special couple, not only because of their compassion for the elderly, but because they are exactly what the other needs at this time in their lives. They're both over thirty and must deal with their pasts respectively, yet each will help the other overcome obstacles that keep them from living the lives they desire. Nico is the kind of man everyone dreams about--not only handsome and caring, but he knows exactly what Rachel needs to deal with the past and he allows her the space to deal with it with love and ultimate respect. He's got rare qualities that make him the ideal mate for Rachel.
Logan and Ryleigh from A Promise of Fireflies are also a fave. Why not? Again they're my characters. They're in their forties and have baggage, but they also possess the necessary characteristics that allow them to think before they act, rely on their experiences to make tough decisions, and are still sexy as heck. They know what love is. They know how to treat each other and how to nourish a relationship--once they get there!
Other than these amazing characters, my favorite right now are Jamie and Claire from Outlander. They're deep and richly created, and aren't the typical couple. I love the way they interact with each other and those around them. I must admit however, that I'm not a fan of the immense amount of horrible things that happen to them--they have gone through more crap in the short time they're together than normal couples would ever see in a lifetime even if they included their entire extended families. It's a bit hard to swallow. I like to relate to the characters, and Jamie and Claire don't come across as relatable for that very reason. However--I love reading about them (and seeing them on TV), I just can't say they are your normal everyday couple experiencing a troubling time, or even two. If one isn't in a life and death situation, the other is. Sort of unbelievable. But fun to read!
I also believe my favorite couple is the one I'm currently reading--no matter what book it happens to be. I enjoy becoming immersed in their lives and lost in the story.
They're a special couple, not only because of their compassion for the elderly, but because they are exactly what the other needs at this time in their lives. They're both over thirty and must deal with their pasts respectively, yet each will help the other overcome obstacles that keep them from living the lives they desire. Nico is the kind of man everyone dreams about--not only handsome and caring, but he knows exactly what Rachel needs to deal with the past and he allows her the space to deal with it with love and ultimate respect. He's got rare qualities that make him the ideal mate for Rachel.
Logan and Ryleigh from A Promise of Fireflies are also a fave. Why not? Again they're my characters. They're in their forties and have baggage, but they also possess the necessary characteristics that allow them to think before they act, rely on their experiences to make tough decisions, and are still sexy as heck. They know what love is. They know how to treat each other and how to nourish a relationship--once they get there!
Other than these amazing characters, my favorite right now are Jamie and Claire from Outlander. They're deep and richly created, and aren't the typical couple. I love the way they interact with each other and those around them. I must admit however, that I'm not a fan of the immense amount of horrible things that happen to them--they have gone through more crap in the short time they're together than normal couples would ever see in a lifetime even if they included their entire extended families. It's a bit hard to swallow. I like to relate to the characters, and Jamie and Claire don't come across as relatable for that very reason. However--I love reading about them (and seeing them on TV), I just can't say they are your normal everyday couple experiencing a troubling time, or even two. If one isn't in a life and death situation, the other is. Sort of unbelievable. But fun to read!
I also believe my favorite couple is the one I'm currently reading--no matter what book it happens to be. I enjoy becoming immersed in their lives and lost in the story.
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