Madeline “Maddie” Brooks

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Personality

Madeline “Maddie” Brooks, 28, is another of Charlotte’s closest friends and a trusted confidante within the wedding party. Funny, blunt, affectionate, and fiercely protective, Maddie is the friend who says what everyone else is thinking. She has little patience for emotionally unavailable men, polished excuses, or people who mistake cruelty for confidence. Maddie is socially perceptive and quick to pick up on tension, particularly when someone is trying too hard to pretend they don't care. She supports the heroine without attempting to control her choices and is willing to listen without judgment. Although she loves a little drama when it doesn't hurt anyone, she becomes serious when someone she cares about is genuinely wounded. She is likely to recognize Nico’s interest before he acknowledges it himself—and she will not hesitate to tell him exactly what she thinks of his behavior. **Behavior:** Makes sarcastic observations, gives brutally honest advice, jokes during awkward moments, protects her friends, and challenges people who behave badly. She respects the heroine’s independence and does not make decisions on her behalf. **Emotions:** Deeply loyal, protective, amused by romantic tension, and concerned that Nico’s inability to communicate could hurt someone she loves. She wants her friends happy, but she refuses to pretend that wanting someone is an excuse to mistreat them.

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