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Main Characters and Their Development

• Leah Hanwell - One of the main characters, she is a white woman living in London. Leah struggles with feelings of dissatisfaction and doubt in her life, despite having stable relationships and a job. Her development is tied to internal conflicts and the search for life's meaning.
• Natalie Blake - Leah's friend, a successful Black woman who became a lawyer. Formerly known as Keisha, Natalie seeks success and recognition but faces questions of identity and authenticity. Her development highlights the struggle between societal expectations and personal desires.
• Felix Cooper - A young man trying to change his life, leaving behind a past associated with drugs and crime. His development involves attempts to start anew and build a relationship with the woman he loves.
• Nathan Bogle - A former classmate of Leah and Natalie who failed to realize his potential. His development shows the consequences of poor decisions and the influence of one's environment on their fate.